alkahest

[US]/ˈælˌkəheɪst/
[UK]/al-kə-hěst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A mythical solvent believed to be able to dissolve any substance.; In alchemy, a legendary universal solvent sought by alchemists.
Word Forms
Pluralalkahests

Phrases & Collocations

the philosopher's alkahest

alkahest theory

an elusive alkahest

alkahest stone

the alkahest's secrets

an alkahest recipe

the alkahest formula

a mythical alkahest

Example Sentences

the alkahest is a legendary substance that can dissolve any material.

alchemists sought the alkahest as the key to transmutation.

the concept of the alkahest has persisted in folklore and fiction.

some believe the alkahest represents a universal solvent, capable of dissolving anything.

the search for the alkahest was a metaphor for the pursuit of ultimate knowledge.

alchemists experimented with various substances, hoping to discover the alkahest.

the legend of the alkahest captures the human desire for transformation and perfection.

the alkahest remains a symbol of mystery and the unknown in alchemy.

scholars debate the historical origins and significance of the alkahest concept.

the alkahest represents a philosophical quest for understanding the fundamental nature of reality.

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