infusion

• Substantiv, das das Einbringen einer Substanz, meist einer Flüssigkeit oder eines Arzneimittels, in den Körper, oft über eine Vene, oder die so zubereitete Mischung bezeichnet; außerdem das Ausziehen von Wirkstoffen aus pflanzlichem Material mit heißem Wasser oder Öl.

A noun referring to the process of introducing a substance, such as a liquid or medication, into the body, typically through a vein, or the resulting mixture.

1. Medical procedureB2formal

   The introduction of a liquid substance, such as a drug or nutrients, into a vein or tissue.

   Infusion

   • The patient received a saline infusion to prevent dehydration.
   • Doctors administered an antibiotic infusion to fight the infection.
   • The nurse carefully monitored the infusion rate.

   Synonymedripinstillationperfusion

2. Beverage preparationB1formal

   A drink made by steeping a substance (like tea leaves or herbs) in hot water.

   Aufguss

   • Chamomile infusion is known for its calming effects.
   • She prepared a strong infusion of green tea.
   • The herbal infusion had a delicate floral flavor.

   Synonymebrewdecoctionteatisane

3. Introduction of something newB2formal

   The act of adding or introducing a new element, quality, or influence into something.

   Einführung

   • The company needed an infusion of new ideas to stay competitive.
   • The project received a cash infusion from investors.
   • The cultural infusion revitalized the local art scene.

   Synonymeadditionimportationincorporationinjectioninsertioninstillationintroduction

   Antonymeeliminationexclusionextractionremovalsubtractionwithdrawal