infuse
Americanverb (used with object)
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to introduce, as if by pouring; cause to penetrate; instill (usually followed byinto ).
The energetic new principal infused new life into the school.
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to imbue or inspire (usually followed bywith ).
The new coach infused the team with enthusiasm.
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to steep or soak (leaves, bark, roots, etc.) in a liquid so as to extract the soluble properties or ingredients.
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Obsolete. to pour in.
verb (used without object)
verb
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to instil or inculcate
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to inspire; emotionally charge
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to soak or be soaked in order to extract flavour or other properties
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rare (foll by into) to pour
Other Word Forms
- infuser noun
- reinfuse verb (used with object)
- superinfuse verb (used with object)
- uninfused adjective
- uninfusing adjective
Etymology
Origin of infuse
First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English, from Latin infūsus, past participle of infundere “to pour into”; in- 2, fuse 2
Example Sentences
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Who would have thought serums infused with snail mucin - the sticky substance they secrete - would become a part of skincare routines around the world?
From BBC
The company infused its noodles with protein and nutrients from spinach, pumpkin and kale, and said its ingredients and flavors warrant a price that is more than twice what Kraft’s sells for.
The song is usually more spoken than sung, but Kirk infuses it with melody and soul.
Back in India, the naan weaved its way into colonial cuisine, as it began being paired with cured meats or sauces infused with local spices.
From BBC
Microsoft’s Office 365 business is one place where the company is trying to infuse its Copilot AI offering, which is the company’s attempt to monetize AI by selling enterprises and consumers on assistive features.
From MarketWatch
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