extract
ex-tract · verb
Definitions
verb
- 1.
To remove or take out, especially by effort or force.
- 2.
To obtain a substance from something by a chemical or physical process.
- 3.
To derive or obtain something from a source.
- 4.
A preparation containing the concentrated essence of a substance.
- 5.
A short passage taken from a text or piece of music.
Phrases & expressions
- •Extract information — To obtain data or facts.
- •Vanilla extract — A flavoring made from vanilla beans.
Related words
Etymology
From Latin extractus, past participle of extrahere meaning "to draw out," from ex- meaning "out" and trahere meaning "to draw."