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aqua vitae

Pronunciation: /ˈvʌɪtiː, ˈviːtʌɪ/

Definition of aqua vitae

noun

[mass noun]
  • strong alcoholic spirit, especially brandy.

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin, literally 'water of life'; compare with aquavit, eau de vie, usquebaugh, and whisky

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