Infusion (disambiguation)
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Infusion may refer to:
- An infusion is a beverage made by steeping a flavoring substance in hot or boiling water. Infusions include coffee, tea and tisanes. Infusions can also be made in another substance, such as alcohol or vinegar, instead of water.
- In medicine an infusion is a treatment in which a patient is attached to a device (a drip) that constantly delivers a liquid into the bloodstream. See route of administration for some further details.
- Infusion in the world of aromatherapy refers to two different types, or infusions, of herbs, flowers, berries, etc. being "infused" or placed in oil. There are short-term infusions which are most popularly used and sold today.
- In other contexts, an infusion can mean the introduction of a modifying quality or element. Thus it could be used to describe the addition of new subject matter into a curriculum, or the addition of talented individuals into an organization.
- Infusion is an Australian dance-music act.
- Infusion Development is a software consulting company and author of the CodeNotes book series.
- A recognized form of Christian baptism (pouring over the head).
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