supernatant

/ˈsupərˌneɪtnt/
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Definitions of supernatant
  1. adjective
    of a liquid; floating on the surface above a sediment or precipitate
    “the supernatant fat was skimmed off”
    synonyms:
    supported
    held up or having the weight borne especially from below
  2. noun
    the clear liquid that lies above a sediment or precipitate
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    type of:
    liquid
    a substance that is liquid at room temperature and pressure
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