Elixir

/ɪˈlɪk.sɪr/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A magical or medicinal potion.
In the tale, the wizard concocted an elixir that could grant eternal life.
A substance believed to be capable of turning base metals into gold or prolonging life indefinitely.
Alchemists spent their lives searching for the elusive elixir of life.
A liquid preparation used for a medicinal purpose, especially a sweetened aromatic solution of alcohol and medicine.
The doctor prescribed an elixir to help soothe her cough.

Etymology

From Middle English, via Latin from Arabic 'al-iksīr' (the elixir).

Common Phrases and Expressions

elixir of life:
A mythical potion or substance that grants immortality.
elixir of youth:
A substance that restores youth or vitality.
digital elixir:
A term used to describe an online or digital solution that provides improvement or enhancement.

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Slang Meanings

A drink that makes you feel good or revitalized.
After that run, a cold smoothie was my elixir.
An enjoyable or thrilling experience.
Riding that roller coaster was the elixir of a thrilling day.