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- DictionaryE·lix·ir/əˈliksər/
noun
- 1. a magical or medicinal potion: "an elixir guaranteed to induce love"
- 2. a particular type of medicinal solution: "a cough elixir"
1 ENTRIES FOUND: elixir (noun) elixir /ɪ ˈ lɪksɚ/ noun. plural elixirs. Britannica Dictionary definition of ELIXIR. [count] : a magical liquid that can cure illness or extend life. the elixir of life.
In alchemy, an elixir was a substance that was believed to have the ability to change base metals into gold or silver. In a more general sense, the word elixir can refer to any solution or remedy that is believed to have the power to solve a problem or to bring about a desired effect.
Overview. elixir. Quick Reference. A magical or medicinal potion; in alchemy, a preparation which was supposed to be able to change metals into gold. The word is recorded from late Middle English and comes via medieval Latin from Arabic al-'iksīr, and ultimately from Greek xērion ‘powder for drying wounds’.
Sep 28, 2017 · c. 1300, substaunce, "divine part or essence" common to the persons of the Trinity;" mid-14c. in philosophy and theology, "that which exists by itself; essential nature; type or kind of thing; real or essential part;" from Old French sustance, substance "goods, possessions; natur.
What does the noun elixir mean? There are eight meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun elixir, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. elixir has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.
definition 1: a sweetened, aromatic solution of alcohol and water used as a vehicle for medicines. The drug's active ingredients are now combined with the elixir. definition 2: a substance believed by alchemists or others to be capable of changing base metals into gold, or of prolonging life.
Erlang/Elixir Syntax: A Crash Course. This is a quick introduction to the Elixir syntax for Erlang developers and vice-versa. It is the absolute minimum amount of knowledge you need in order to understand Elixir/Erlang code, support interoperability, read the docs, sample code, etc.
