alkahest

/ˈal.kə.hɛst/ · noun

Meaning

A universal solvent sought by the alchemists.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

alcahest(English)universal solvent(English)aqua vitae(English)tincture(English)kerotakis(English)alkalizer(English)alkalinizer(English)spirit of wine(English)solvent(English)universal(English)

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Sources

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