Quicksilver

ENZH

What Does Quicksilver Mean?

  • 水银
  • 快银
  • 迅银

Quicksilver Pronunciation

/ˈkwɪkˌsɪlvər/

Quicksilver Definition

noun

Definition

A term used to describe the element mercury, especially in its liquid state.

In ZH

用来描述汞元素,特别是其液态形式的术语。

How to Use Quicksilver in a Sentence

  • Quicksilver is known for its high toxicity and is used in some thermometers.
  • The artist used quicksilver to create a liquid effect in the painting.
  • In literature, quicksilver often symbolizes change or instability.
  • The alchemists sought to transform quicksilver into gold.
  • Some traditional medicines contained quicksilver as an ingredient.