Extract Definition
extract
- noun
- a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water)
- a passage selected from a larger work; "he presented excerpts from William James' philosophical writings"
- verb
- remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense; "pull weeds"; "extract a bad tooth"; "take out a splinter"; "extract information from the telegram"
- get despite difficulties or obstacles; "I extracted a promise from the Dean for two new positions"
- deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning); "We drew out some interesting linguistic data from the native informant"
- extract by the process of distillation; "distill the essence of this compound"
- separate (a metal) from an ore
- obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action; "Italians express coffee rather than filter it"
- take out of a literary work in order to cite or copy
- calculate the root of a number
"Extract" in song lyrics
See how extract is used in real songs:
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"I'm swangin till the fo's clack, drinkin codeine extract"
Paul Wall f/ Snoop Dogg — Everybody Know Me -
"She smelled like ice cream and vanilla extract"
Pigeon John — Beautiful Little Sharp Chicks -
"Buzzing without weed, extract"
Ty — Break the Lock
Words that rhyme with extract
Usage tips for "extract"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "extract" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for extract to find words that pair well.