extract

extract

[verb]

1. to remove or take out, especially by force or effort
2. to obtain or derive (something) from a source
3. to select or quote (a passage, text, etc.) from a larger document or source
4. to draw out or separate (a substance) by physical or chemical means

[adjective]

1. derived or obtained from a specific source or origin

[noun]

1. a substance obtained by extraction
2. a concentrated preparation of a substance, usually in liquid form
3. a passage or selected part taken from a larger document or source

Word Choice

extract vs. extract

The verb "extract" means to remove or take out, while the noun "extract" refers to a substance obtained by extraction. Both forms are pronounced the same, but have different meanings.

Collocations

extract + noun

• extract information
• extract data
• extract juice
• extract oil
• extract a tooth

extract + from + noun

• extract from a book
• extract from a speech
• extract from an article

Synonyms

derive, obtain, draw, remove, separate

Antonyms

insert, deposit, infuse

Collins Dictionary

extract (verb): If you extract something, you remove it, usually with difficulty. | (noun): An extract is a substance that has been obtained from something else, using a particular process.

Oxford Dictionary

extract (verb): Remove or take out, especially by effort or force. | (noun): A preparation containing the active ingredient of a substance in concentrated form.

Examples

1. He managed to extract the key from the lock.
2. The scientist extracted the DNA from the blood sample.
3. Can you extract the relevant information from the report?
4. We need to extract a quote from this article for our presentation.
5. The chemist used a solvent to extract the compound from the mixture.
6. She used an extract of herbs to make a natural remedy.
7. The recipe calls for a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
8. Here is an extract from the novel that illustrates the author's writing style.
9. The extract of this document will be published in the newspaper.
10. The extract of chamomile is known for its calming properties.
11. They extracted valuable minerals from the earth.
12. He carefully extracted the cork from the wine bottle.
13. The dentist had to extract the decayed tooth.
14. The extract from this plant is used in various cosmetic products.
15. Can you provide an extract of the relevant regulations?
16. The pharmacist prepared an extract of the medicinal herb.
17. She read an extract from her new novel at the book launch.
18. The chef used an extract of truffle to enhance the flavor of the dish.
19. He managed to extract a confession from the suspect.
20. The company extracted essential oils from plants for their perfumes.