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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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elixirs
02
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
03
elixer, drank
a substance believed to possess the power to transform base metals into gold
Voorbeelden
The alchemist spent years searching for the elusive elixir that could transmute ordinary metals into gold.
De alchemist besteedde jaren aan het zoeken naar het ongrijpbare elixer dat gewone metalen in goud kon veranderen.
04
elixer, panacee
something that is believed to be a perfect solution to a problem, often in an unrealistic or overly hopeful way
Voorbeelden
There is no single elixir for solving all education problems.
Er is geen enkel elixer dat alle onderwijsproblemen oplost.
