infusion

• Substantivo que designa o processo de introduzir uma substância, como líquido ou medicamento, no organismo, geralmente por via intravenosa, ou a mistura obtida por esse processo; também pode se referir a uma bebida ou preparado feito ao deixar ervas ou outros ingredientes de molho em água ou outro líquido.

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.

   Infusão

   • 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.

   Sinônimosdripinstillationperfusion

2. Beverage preparationB1formal

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

   Infusão

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

   Sinônimosbrewdecoctionteatisane

3. Introduction of something newB2formal

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

   Introdução

   • 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.

   Sinônimosadditionimportationincorporationinjectioninsertioninstillationintroduction

   Antônimoseliminationexclusionextractionremovalsubtractionwithdrawal