alchemy (n)
/ˈalkɪmi/
The medieval forerunner of chemistry, concerned with the transmutation of matter, in particular with attempts to convert base metals into gold or find a universal elixir
burnish (v)
/ˈbəːnɪʃ/
polish (something, especially metal) by rubbing
euphony (n)
/ˈjuːf(ə)ni/
pleasant sound
The quality of being pleasing to the ear
iconoclast (n)
/ʌɪˈkɒnəklast/
- person who opposes orthodoxy, attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs or institutions
- A destroyer of images used in religious worship
medieval (adj)
/ˌmɛdɪˈiːv(ə)l/
Relating to the Middle Ages
elixir (n)
/ɪˈlɪksə/
- A magical or medicinal potion
2. A particular type of medicinal solution
polish
/ˈpɒlɪʃ/
- (v) Make the surface of (something) smooth and shiny by rubbing it
- (n) A substance used to give something a smooth and shiny surface when rubbed in
cherish (v)
/ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/
Protect and care for (someone) lovingly
deficient (adj)
/dɪˈfɪʃ(ə)nt/
Not having enough of a specified quality or ingredient
fumble
/ˈfʌmb(ə)l/
(v & n) Do or handle something clumsily
jab
/dʒab/
- (v) Poke roughly or quickly, especially with something sharp or pointed
- (n) A quick, sharp blow, especially with the fist
oblige (v)
/əˈblʌɪdʒ/
Make (someone) legally or morally bound to do something
