elixir
US /iˈlɪk.sɚ/
UK /iˈlɪk.sɚ/
1.
elixir, poción
a magical or medicinal potion
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The alchemist claimed his elixir could grant eternal youth.
El alquimista afirmó que su elixir podía conceder la juventud eterna.
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The old woman brewed a special elixir for her ailing husband.
La anciana preparó un elixir especial para su esposo enfermo.
2.
elixir, preparado medicinal
a preparation, usually a flavored, sweetened hydroalcoholic solution, used as a vehicle for medicinal substances
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The cough syrup was an elixir containing various active ingredients.
El jarabe para la tos era un elixir que contenía varios ingredientes activos.
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Pharmacists often use an elixir base for liquid medications.
Los farmacéuticos a menudo usan una base de elixir para medicamentos líquidos.
3.
elixir, estimulante
a substance or liquid considered to have a stimulating or invigorating effect
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A strong cup of coffee is my morning elixir.
Una taza de café fuerte es mi elixir matutino.
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The fresh mountain air was a true elixir for her tired spirit.
El aire fresco de la montaña era un verdadero elixir para su espíritu cansado.