potion
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Noun — A drink believed to have a magical, medicinal, or poisonous effect.
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Etymology
From Old French pocion, from Latin potio ('a drinking, a drink'), from potare ('to drink'). It's a close relative of the word poison.
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What does “potion” mean?
The word “potion” means a drink believed to have a magical, medicinal, or poisonous effect. In plain terms, a magical or medicinal drink, usually in stories or folklore.
How do you pronounce “potion”?
“Potion” is pronounced POH-shuhn (/ˈpoʊ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “potion” in a sentence?
Here is “potion” used in a sentence: “The witch brewed a potion to cure the curse.”
What part of speech is “potion”?
“Potion” is a noun.
Where does the word “potion” come from?
The word “potion” comes from Latin. From Old French pocion, from Latin potio ('a drinking, a drink'), from potare ('to drink'). It's a close relative of the word poison.
Is “potion” a common word?
“Potion” is an uncommon word in modern English.