potion

noun

po·​tion ˈpō-shən 

: a mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine)

Examples of potion in a Sentence

He drank the fatal potion.

The hero in the play is given a magic potion so that he will fall in love with the princess.

Recent Examples on the Web

In one of the pictures shared to social media, eagle-eyed viewers can spot a replica of the magic potion Streep and Goldie Hawn’s characters drink in a bid for eternal youth in the fantasy-comedy film. —Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2024

Its line of coveted potions and fragrances are available as is a full service menu of relaxing massages and facials. —Chadner Navarro, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024

His Fenway Park locker was stuffed with healing potions sent to him by fans; one came from a Salem witch. —Nicholas Dawidoff, The New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2024

Lindsey Mendick At Frieze London Lindsey Mendick exhibited new anti-anti-aging serums and potions, a collection of eye-catching ceramic sculptures, with Carl Freedman Gallery. —Lee Sharrock, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English pocioun, from Anglo-French poisun, pocioun drink, potion, from Latin potion-, potio, from potare to drink — more at potable

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

potion

noun

po·​tion ˈpō-shən 

: a mixture of liquids (as a medicine or poison)

Etymology

Middle English pocioun "a mixture of liquids," from early French poisun, pocioun (same meaning), from Latin potion-, potio "a drink, potion," from potare "to drink" — related to poison

Medical Definition

potion

noun

po·​tion ˈpō-shən 

: a mixed drink (as of liquor) or dose (as of medicine)