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Complete Definition of "aqua vitae"

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Alternative forms
aqua vitæ

Etymology
From L. aqua "water" and vitae "of life", meaning "water of life".

Noun
en-noun|sgaqua vitae|plaquae vitae

  1. alchemy An aqueous solution of alcohol typically prepared by distilling wine.
  2. context|chemistry|archaic A concentrated aqueous solution of ethanol.
  3. context|beverages French brandy / cognac.

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