Associations to the word «Decoct»

Wiktionary

DECOCT, verb. (cooking) To make an infusion
DECOCT, verb. (cooking) To reduce, or concentrate by boiling down

Dictionary definition

DECOCT, verb. Extract the essence of something by boiling it.
DECOCT, verb. Be cooked until very little liquid is left; "The sauce should reduce to one cup".
DECOCT, verb. Steep in hot water.

Wise words

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