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infusion
/ɪnˈfjuːʒən/
The central image is the act of "pouring in" something to change the state of a larger whole. Whether it is water extracting flavor from tea leaves or capital entering a failing business, the word implies a transformative addition. In a culinary or medicinal context, it suggests a gentle extraction process, distinct from 'decoction' (which involves boiling). It carries a sense of purity and natural essence. When used metaphorically for money or talent, it conveys a sense of rescue or revitalization. It is not just an addition, but a necessary injection intended to spark new life or stability into a stagnant system. This usage is common in business and sports journalism.
Countable when referring to a specific drink made from steeped herbs ('I drank two infusions') or a distinct injection of funds ('a cash infusion'). Uncountable when discussing the general chemical process of extraction.
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The process of extracting chemical compounds or flavors from plant material by soaking it in a solvent, typically hot water.
"A herbal infusion of chamomile is often used to promote sleep."