decoct

/dɪˈkɒkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to prepare or extract a medicinal or fragrant liquid from plants, especially by boiling, often in a specific order.

“The herbalist decocted the mixture of herbs to create a healing tea.”

2. noun

a liquid medicine or preparation made by decocting plant material.

“The decoct from the rare flower was believed to have healing properties.”

Synonyms

  • boil
  • extract

Antonyms

  • dilute
  • thin