Elixir vs. Syrup

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Difference Between Elixir and Syrup
Elixirnoun
(alchemy) A liquid which converts lead to gold.
Syrupnoun
Any thick liquid that is added to or poured over food as a flavouring and has a high sugar content.
maple syruppancake syruppeaches in syrupcough syrupElixirnoun
(alchemy) A substance or liquid which is believed to cure all ills and give eternal life.
Syrupnoun
Any viscous liquid.
rose syrup = rosewaterElixirnoun
(by extension) The alleged cure for all ailments; cure-all, panacea.
Syrupnoun
A wig.
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Elixirnoun
(pharmacy) A sweet flavored liquid (usually containing a small amount of alcohol) used in compounding medicines to be taken by mouth in order to mask an unpleasant taste.
Syrupnoun
a thick sweet sticky liquid
Elixirnoun
a sweet flavored liquid (usually containing a small amount of alcohol) used in compounding medicines to be taken by mouth in order to mask an unpleasant taste
Elixirnoun
a substance believed to cure all ills