aurichalcum

/ɔːˈriːkælˌkʌm/

Definitions

1. noun

A mythological metal said to be more valuable than gold, associated with the gods and considered to have magical properties.

“The ancient alchemist searched for the elusive aurichalcum, hoping to create a potion that would grant eternal youth.”

Synonyms

  • chalcum
  • orichalcum

Antonyms

  • base metal
  • inferior metal