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1. quicksilver

adjective. ['ˈkwɪkˈsɪlvɝ'] liable to sudden unpredictable change.

Etymology

  • quicksilver (English)
  • quyksilver (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cwicseolfor (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

2. quicksilver

noun. ['ˈkwɪkˈsɪlvɝ'] a heavy silvery toxic univalent and bivalent metallic element; the only metal that is liquid at ordinary temperatures.

Etymology

  • quicksilver (English)
  • quyksilver (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cwicseolfor (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
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