Aqua fortis

Noun

Definitionen

1.NounA corrosive liquor made of saltpeter, serving as a solvent for dissolving silver and all other metals except gold.

2.NounAny strong and potentially dangerous alcoholic drink.

3.NounSynonym of nitric acid.

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