Description:
Pronunciation
IPA: /ɪˈlɪksə(ɹ)/, /ə-/, /-ɪə(ɹ)/
Noun
elixir (plural elixirs)
(alchemy) A liquid which converts lead to gold.
(alchemy) A substance or liquid which is believed to cure all ills and give eternal life.
(by extension) The alleged cure for all ailments; cure-all, panacea.
(pharmacy) A sweet flavored liquid (usually containing a small amount of alcohol) used in compounding medicines to be taken by mouth in order to mask an unpleasant taste.
