plural alchemies
1
: a science that was used in the Middle Ages with the goal of changing ordinary metals into gold
2
: a power or process that changes or transforms something in a mysterious or impressive way
She practiced her alchemy in the kitchen, turning a pile of vegetables into a delicious salad.
The company hoped for some sort of economic alchemy that would improve business.
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“Alchemy.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/alchemy. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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