: 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.
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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
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“Potion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/potion. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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potion
noun
po·tion
ˈpō-shən 
: a mixed drink (as of liquor) or dose (as of medicine)
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