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Elixir
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elixer, toverdrank
a magical or medicinal potion that is believed to cure all illnesses or prolong life indefinitely
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elixer, medicinale siroop
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
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elixer, drank
a substance believed to possess the power to transform base metals into gold
Voorbeelden
Despite numerous attempts, no alchemist has successfully created the legendary elixir capable of transforming base metals into gold.
Ondanks talloze pogingen heeft geen enkele alchemist met succes de legendarische elixer kunnen creëren die in staat is om onedele metalen in goud te veranderen.
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elixer, panacee
something that is believed to be a perfect solution to a problem, often in an unrealistic or overly hopeful way
Voorbeelden
The strategy was not the elixir its supporters had promised.
De strategie was niet het elixer dat zijn aanhangers hadden beloofd.
