Alchemistry

Pronunciation: /ˈæɫˈkɛməstɹi/

Alchemistry (noun)

  1. An old study that tried to change common metals into valuable ones and to find substances with special powers.
  2. A way of thinking that treats difficult change as something hidden, requiring special knowledge and careful steps.

Examples

  • Alchemistry promised to turn base metal into gold.
  • People studied alchemistry to understand ancient metal magic.