decoct

Other forms: decocted; decocting

Definitions of decoct

1. verb

   extract the essence of something by boiling it
   type of:

   boil

   bring to, or maintain at, the boiling point
2. verb

   steep in hot water
   type of:

   infuse, steep

   let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse
3. verb

   be cooked until very little liquid is left
   synonyms: boil down, concentrate, reduce

   type of:

   decrease, diminish, fall, lessen

   decrease in size, extent, or range