universal solvent
universal solvent · universal solvents
The alkahest, a theorized substance that would be able to dissolve any other substanceThe alkahest, a theorized substance that would be able to dissolve any other substance.
Meaning
2 sensesThe alkahest, a theorized substance that would be able to dissolve any other substance.
(informal)Water, which is capable of dissolving many substances.
More definitions
- hypothetical universal solvent once sought by alchemists
Forms
plural: universal solvents| Singular | universal solvent |
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Synonyms
2 synonymsClose in meaning
- hypothetical universal solvent once sought by alchemists:alkahestalcahest