alchemy
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/ˈælkəmi/
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/ˈælkəmi/
Alchemy is an old science from the Middle Ages. People studied it to try to turn regular metals into gold.
The ancient art of alchemy was thought to hold the secret to turning lead into gold.
古代炼金术被认为掌握着将铅转化为金的秘密。
Alchemy can also mean a magical power that can change things in a surprising way.
The teacher's kindness had an alchemy effect on the student, making him more confident.
老师的善意对学生产生了炼金术般的影响,使他变得更加自信。