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Potion: meaning, definitions and examples

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potion

 

[ หˆpoสŠสƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

magical liquid

A potion is a liquid with magical properties, often used in folklore and fantasy stories. Potions are typically created by combining various ingredients, and their effects can range from healing to transformation or even granting special powers. In many tales, potions are tied to the themes of alchemy and witchcraft, and can be depicted as a means to achieve one's desires or objectives. They are a staple in fantasy literature and games, often consumed to induce specific effects.

Synonyms

brew, draft, elixir, mixture

Examples of usage

  • She brewed a potion to heal her injuries.
  • The wizard created a potion of invisibility.
  • He accidentally drank a love potion.
  • In the story, the potion turned him into a frog.

Translations

Translations of the word "potion" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pรณรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคกเคผเฅ€-เคฌเฅ‚เคŸเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Trank

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ramuan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทั–ะปะปั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mikstura

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒผใ‚ทใƒงใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท potion

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pociรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iksir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฌผ์•ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุฑุนุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lektvar

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lektvar

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฏๆฐด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ napoj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ drykkur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ััƒัั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ›แƒ–แƒแƒ“แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™rman

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pociรณn

Etymology

The word 'potion' originates from the Latin word 'potio', which means 'a drink or a potion'. This Latin term itself is derived from 'potare', meaning 'to drink'. The concept of potions dates back to ancient civilizations, where alchemists and healers used natural ingredients and herbs to create concoctions believed to have therapeutic, transformative, or magical properties. Throughout history, potions have been featured in various mythologies and folklore, symbolizing mystery and the unknown. In medieval times, they were often associated with witchcraft and were seen as both a source of power and a means of danger. Over time, potions have evolved in literature and popular culture, especially in fantasy genres, where they serve as essential tools for characters who possess magical abilities or seek to accomplish extraordinary feats.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,766, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.