Infuse
/ɪnˈfjuz/noun
To introduce a substance into another, usually a liquid.
Did you know?The term 'infuse' has roots in alchemical practices, where it described the act of imbuing substances with mystical properties.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
infundere
“to pour in, to introduce liquid into something.”
Old French
Old French
infuser
“to instill or introduce a quality or substance.”
Middle English
Middle English
infusen
“to pour in or instill, particularly in the context of brewing or steeping.”
Modern English
English
infuse
“to introduce a quality or ingredient into something.”