quintessence
Pronunciation:
/kwɪn.ˈtɛs.əns/noun
Definitions
A thing that is the most perfect example of its type; the most perfect embodiment of something; epitome, prototype.
A pure substance.
The essence of a thing in its purest and most concentrated form.
The fifth alchemical element, or essence, after earth, air, fire, and water
verb
Definitions
To reduce to its purest and most concentrated essence.