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Elixir
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elixir, elixer
a magical or medicinal potion that is believed to cure all illnesses or prolong life indefinitely
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elixer, elixeer
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, elixir
a substance believed to possess the power to transform base metals into gold
Example
The alchemist spent years searching for the elusive elixir that could transmute ordinary metals into gold.
De alchemist bracht jaren door met zoeken naar het ongrijpbare elixer dat gewone metalen in goud kon omzetten.
Legend has it that the ancient alchemist discovered the secret formula for the elixir of life, along with the ability to turn lead into gold.
De legende vertelt dat de oude alchemist de geheime formule voor het elixer van het leven ontdekte, samen met de mogelijkheid om lood in goud te veranderen.
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something that is believed to be a perfect solution to a problem, often in an unrealistic or overly hopeful way
Example
There is no single elixir for solving all education problems.
Some view technology as an elixir for modern teaching challenges.
