Meaning Of The Word Elixir

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elixir
countable noun: An elixir is a liquid that is considered to have magical powers.

elixir in American English
a substance sought by medieval alchemists because it was thought to have the power to change base metals into gold or (in full elixir of life) to prolong life indefinitely
noun: a sweetened, aromatic solution of alcohol and water containing, or used as a vehicle for, medicinal substances

elixir in British English
noun: an alchemical preparation supposed to be capable of prolonging life indefinitely (elixir of life) or of transmuting base metals into gold

elixir in the Pharmaceutical Industry
noun: An elixir is a liquid containing a medicinal drug with syrup, glycerine, or alcohol added to mask its unpleasant taste.

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