Meaning
elixir
- a magical or medicinal potion supposed to cure ailments or prolong life
- a sweetened, aromatic alcoholic cordial or herbal liqueur
In a sentence
Secondo la leggenda, quell'alchimista creò un elisir di lunga vita.
According to legend, that alchemist created an elixir of life.
Dopo cena ci hanno servito un elisir a base di erbe alpine.
After dinner they served us an elixir made from Alpine herbs.
Un buon sonno è il vero elisir per mantenere la mente lucida.
Good sleep is the true elixir for keeping the mind sharp.
Word forms (3)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| elisir | masculine · singular |
| elisir | masculine · plural |
| elisir | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Invariable noun: singular 'l'elisir', plural 'gli elisir'.
- Frequently found in figurative idioms denoting vitality or health.