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alchemy

UK
/ˈæl.kə.mi/
US
/ˈæl.kə.mi/

Translations

alchemynoun
alchemies
pl
alchimieSens historique et scientifique.
Medieval alchemy sought to transform base metals into gold.
L'alchimie médiévale cherchait à transformer les métaux vils en or.
Additional translations
alchimieSens figuré : art de transformer quelque chose de simple en quelque chose d'exceptionnel.
alchimieSens littéraire ou figuré : transformation mystérieuse ou inexplicable.
Synonyms
chemistry
magic
sorcery
transmutation
elixir-making
alchemyadjective
UK
/ˈæl.kə.mi/
US
/ˈæl.kə.mi/
Used attributively before another noun to denote connection with alchemy.
The alchemy workshop contained many rare instruments.
L'atelier alchimique contenait de nombreux instruments rares.

Definitions

alchemynoun
A medieval chemical science and speculative philosophy aiming to achieve the transmutation of base metals into gold, the discovery of a universal cure for disease, and the discovery of a means of indefinitely prolonging life.
The ancient practice of alchemy was often shrouded in mystery and secrecy.
A power or process of transforming something common into something special.
The chef's ability to turn simple ingredients into a gourmet meal was nothing short of alchemy.
An inexplicable or mysterious transmuting.
The alchemy of their friendship turned ordinary moments into cherished memories.
alchemyadjective
Relating to or involving alchemy; used before another noun.
Visitors wandered through the alchemy workshop, fascinated by the strange glassware and symbols.
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