Meaning & Definition of word "Extract"

Extract

/ɪkˈstrækt/

1. A substance obtained from a mixture or compound by a process of separation.
- Example: Vanilla extract is a common ingredient in baking.
2. An excerpt or passage taken from a larger work.
- Example: The teacher provided an extract from the novel for the students to analyze.
3. A concentrated form of a substance, typically used in cooking or pharmaceuticals.
- Example: They added herbal extract to the medicine for added efficacy.

1. To remove or take out, especially by effort or force.
- Example: The scientists were able to extract DNA from the ancient bones.
2. To derive or obtain (information, a substance, etc.) from a source.
- Example: The company aims to extract valuable insights from customer feedback.
3. To take out (something) by physical or chemical means.
- Example: She used a spoon to extract the ice cream from the container.

Late Middle English: from Latin extractus, past participle of extrahere, from ex- 'out' + trahere 'to draw'.

extract information:

To obtain information from a source, often through inquiry.

extract value:

To derive useful benefits from something.

extract juice:

To press or squeeze fruit or vegetables to obtain their liquid.

extraction:

The process of removing or obtaining something.

extractable:

Capable of being extracted.

extractive:

Relating to the act of extracting.

Meaning: To take something illegal or against the rules.

Example Sentence: He tried to extract some extra cash from the till.

Meaning: To engage in a process to obtain a benefit.

Example Sentence: She knows how to extract the best deals while shopping.