préparation

Definitions of préparation
  1. noun
    a substance prepared according to a formula
    synonyms: confection
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    détergent, détersif
    a preparation used in cleaning something
    pâte à polir
    a preparation used in polishing
    sel de vinaigre, sel volatil
    a pungent preparation of ammonium carbonate and perfume; sniffed as a stimulant to relieve faintness
    dentifrice
    a substance for cleaning the teeth; applied with a toothbrush
    lessive
    a cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension
    savon
    a cleansing agent made from the salts of vegetable or animal fats
    cirage
    a substance used to produce a shiny protective surface on footwear
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    composé chimique
    (chemistry) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight
  2. noun
    hypothetical remedy for all ills or diseases; once sought by the alchemists
    synonyms: aspirine, panacée
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    élixir
    a substance believed to cure all ills
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    médicament, remède
    a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain
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