decoct

[dih-kokt]

verb (used with object)

1. to extract the flavor or essence of by boiling.

decoct

/ dɪˈkɒkt /

verb

1. to extract (the essence or active principle) from (a medicinal or similar substance) by boiling

Other Word Forms

• undecocted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of decoct¹

1375–1425; late Middle English decocten < Latin dēcoctus boiled down; decoction

Word History and Origins

Origin of decoct¹

C15: see _decoction

Example Sentences

I observe her decocting a medicine for a sick friend, and I ask her, “What medicine is that?”

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She had helped to decoct the herbs and roots which Barbara loved to gather, and had herself drank of this devil's broth, as those pleasant, wholesome drinks were now denominated.

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Fuller defines a proverb as "much matter decocted into a few words," and a very good definition it is.

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And then he proceeded with circumspection  and dignity to demonstrate the process of decocting that mysterious beverage.

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In seven, injected ℥xi decoct. quercûs into the peritoneum.

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Related Words

• bubble 
• evaporate 
• poach 
• simmer 
• steam 
• stew