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Herbal Infusion

/ˈhɜːr.bəl ɪnˈfjuː.ʒən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A beverage made by steeping herbs in hot water to extract flavors and beneficial properties.

    "She enjoyed a calming herbal infusion made from chamomile and lavender."
  2. 2

    A method of extracting the essence of herbs for medicinal or therapeutic use.

    "The herbal infusion was recommended for its soothing effects on digestion."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'herbal' derives from the Old French 'herbe', which comes from the Latin 'herba', meaning 'grass' or 'herb'. 'Infusion' originates from the Latin 'infusio', meaning 'to pour in', referring to the process of extracting flavors from herbs by steeping them in hot water. The combination reflects a historical practice of using plants for medicinal and culinary purposes.

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