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Definition of Athanor
1. Noun. A furnace that feeds itself so as to maintain a uniform temperature; used by alchemists.
Definition of Athanor
1. n. A digesting furnace, formerly used by alchemists. It was so constructed as to maintain uniform and durable heat.
Definition of Athanor
1. an alchemist's furnace [n -S]
Medical Definition of Athanor
1. A digesting furnace, formerly used by alchemists. It was so constructed as to maintain uniform and durable heat. Origin: F, fr. Ar. At-tannur, fr. Heb. Tannur an oven or furnace. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)