The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word DECANTED
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does DECANTED mean?
DECANTED verb- To pour off (a liquid) gently, so as not to disturb the sediment.
- To pour from one vessel into another.
- To flow.
- To remove a clone from its chamber, vat, or artificial womb.
- To rehouse people while their buildings are being refurbished or rebuilt.