Definition of elixir
1a(1)
: a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold
(2)
: a substance held capable of prolonging life indefinitely
b(1)
: cure-all
(2)
: a medicinal concoction
2
: a sweetened liquid usually containing alcohol that is used in medication either for its medicinal ingredients or as a flavoring
3
: the essential principle
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The first known use of elixir was in the 14th century
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