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alchemy

/ˈæl.kə.mi/

alchemynoun

alchemies

Translations

алхимия

Alchemy was practiced in the Middle Ages.

Алхимия практиковалась в Средние века.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

alchemyadjective

/ˈæl.kə.mi/

Used attributively before another noun to denote connection with alchemy.

Definitions

Relating to or involving alchemy; used before another noun.

Visitors wandered through the alchemy workshop, fascinated by the strange glassware and symbols.