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[れん(錬)·きん(金)·じゅつ(術)]
renkinjutsu
noun

English Meaning(s) for 錬金術

noun
  1. alchemy
  2. way of making money; moneymaker; money-spinner
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Definition and Synonyms for 錬金術

Alchemy a pseudoscientific forerunner of chemistry in medieval times
Synonyms: 錬金術

Meanings for each kanji in 錬金術

» tempering; refine; drill; train; polish
» gold
» art; technique; skill; means; trick; resources; magic

Categories 錬金術 is a member of

Pseudoscience an activity resembling science but based on fallacious assumptions
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Sample Sentences for 錬金術

In present day Japan, "alchemy" is only used metaphorically; to refer to improper means of making money by politicians or religious hucksters with no morals or shame.
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Dr. Faust was well versed in alchemy.
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Many tales of alchemy show up in "Journey to the West".
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