Clues for the word "QUINTESSENCE"
We've had 5 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 4 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Guardian Cryptic crossword on December 23, 2016.
Definition of quintessence
- n. - The fifth or last and highest essence or power in a natural body. See Ferment oils, under Ferment.
- n. - Hence: An extract from anything, containing its rarest virtue, or most subtle and essential constituent in a small quantity; pure or concentrated essence.
- v. t. - To distil or extract as a quintessence; to reduce to a quintessence.
Referring Clues
Last Seen In
- Guardian Cryptic - December 23, 2016
- Guardian Cryptic - November 22, 2011
- Guardian Speedy - October 07, 2007
- Guardian Cryptic - April 07, 2004