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embalming fluid
embalming fluid n a liquid used to treat a dead body, which contains preservatives to retard putrefaction Translationsembalming fluid
embalming fluid1. Literally, a type of fluid that is used to preserve a corpse. ("Embalming" is the process of injecting a corpse with such fluid.) We haven't injected the embalming fluid yet—that's the next step.2. slang Liquor, especially whiskey. If I keep drinking this embalming fluid, I'll be drunk in no time!See also: embalm, fluidembalming fluid n. strong liquor; raw whiskey. Bartender, pour out this embalming fluid and get me your best. See also: embalm, fluid |