alkahest中文什么意思

n.
〔古语〕(炼金术师探求的)万能溶剂。

英文释义

名词

1. hypothetical universal solvent once sought by alchemists
   同义词：alcahest, universal solvent

百科释义

Alkahest is a hypothetical universal solvent, having the power to dissolve every other substance, including gold. It was much sought after by alchemists for what they thought would be its invaluable medicinal qualities.