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ar·ca·num
 arcanum
- pronunciation:
- ar
keI
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 m
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noun |
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arcana |
| definition 1: |
(often pl.) a deep secret or mystery, as of nature.
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| definition 2: |
formerly, a supposed secret law underlying all of nature, sought by alchemists.
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| definition 3: |
a remedy for all illnesses; panacea.
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| related words: |
conundrum, mystery, puzzle |
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