Definition

A type of support or container used to hold goods off the ground, often used in manufacturing or storage, and can also refer to the leftover material from making alcohol.

Example

The stillage from the distillation process was used as animal feed.

Conversation

Have you seen that old stillage in the garage?

Yeah, I noticed it the other day, it's covered in dust!

I wonder if we could clean it up and find a use for it.

That would be cool; maybe it could hold some of our tools.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stillage originates from the Old English word 'stille' (meaning still or quiet) combined with the suffix '-age' (indicating a process or result). The term 'stillage' refers to the process or result of being still, particularly in the context of liquid that has settled or is still.

Memory Tip

Think of 'still' as something that is quiet or not moving, and remember that 'stillage' refers to the result of liquid being still or settled.

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