aludels
|al-u-dels|
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/ˈæljʊˌdɛlz/
(aludel)
sublimation vessel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aludel' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'al-uthāl,' where 'al-' meant 'the' and 'uthāl' referred to a type of pot used in alchemy.
Historical Evolution
'al-uthāl' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'aludel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aludel.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific type of pot used in alchemy, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a pear-shaped earthenware pot used in sublimation processes, particularly in alchemy.
The alchemist carefully placed the aludels in the furnace.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/05 19:21