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The Clue

Boil down (6 letter answer)

The Answer

DECOCT

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Notes

The answer DECOCT is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1600 puzzles.

Related Clues

Obtain an extract of
Extract the essence of by boiling
Make extracts from by boiling

Definition

DECOCT as a verb:

1. extract the essence of something by boiling it
2. (boil down, reduce, decoct, concentrate) = be cooked until very little liquid is left; "The sauce should reduce to one cup"
3. steep in hot water