universal solvent

/ˈjunəˌvʌrsəl ˌsɑlvənt/
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Other forms: universal solvents

Definitions of universal solvent
  1. noun
    hypothetical universal solvent once sought by alchemists
    synonyms: alcahest, alkahest
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    type of:
    dissolvent, dissolver, dissolving agent, resolvent, solvent
    a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances
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