INFUSION
Scrabble letter values: I1N1F4U1S1I1O1N1 = 11
Definition
- noun a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water). — synonyms: extract
- noun the process of extracting certain active properties (as a drug from a plant) by steeping or soaking (usually in water).
- noun (medicine) the passive introduction of a substance (a fluid or drug or electrolyte) into a vein or between tissues (as by gravitational force).
- noun the act of infusing or introducing a certain modifying element or quality.
Examples
- “the team's continued success is attributable to a steady infusion of new talent”
- “An extract of rooibos and chamomile makes a refreshing infusion.”