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Meaning of elixir

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

elixir

Pronunciation:/-ɪə(ɹ)/

noun

Definitions

  1. A liquid which converts lead to gold.

  2. A substance or liquid which is believed to cure all ills and give eternal life.

  3. (by extension) The alleged cure for all ailments; cure-all, panacea.

  4. A sweet flavored liquid (usually containing a small amount of alcohol) used in compounding medicines to be taken by mouth in order to mask an unpleasant taste.