coction

/ˈkɑːkʃən/; /kɔːkʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

a mixture of ingredients, especially a medicinal one; a dish or stew made by boiling ingredients together

“She carefully prepared a nourishing coction for her sick sister.”

2. noun

a mixture or blend of different things, such as styles, ideas, or cultures

“The city’s eclectic coction of art, music, and cuisine made it a fascinating place to visit.”

3. noun

a medicinal preparation made by boiling or mixing ingredients

“The doctor prescribed a special coction to help the patient recover from the illness.”

Synonyms

  • compound
  • mixture

Antonyms

  • distinction
  • separation