infusion

• Nom désignant le processus d'introduction d'une substance, comme un liquide ou un médicament, dans l'organisme, généralement par voie veineuse, ou bien la préparation obtenue par macération d'une plante dans un liquide chaud.

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.

   Perfusion intraveineuse

   • 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.

   Synonymesdripinstillationperfusion

2. Beverage preparationB1formal

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

   Infusion (boisson)

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

   Synonymesbrewdecoctionteatisane

3. Introduction of something newB2formal

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

   introduction d'un élément nouveau

   • 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.

   Synonymesadditionimportationincorporationinjectioninsertioninstillationintroduction

   Antonymeseliminationexclusionextractionremovalsubtractionwithdrawal