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Noun

hypothetical remedy for all ills or diseases; once sought by the alchemists

(Greek mythology) the goddess of healing; daughter of Aesculapius and sister of Hygeia

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Synonyms:
nostrum catholicon cure-all Panacea

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Words contain "panacea" in its definition in English - English (Wordnet) dictionary:
alchemist aesculapius asclepius asklepios hygeia panacea

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