A'QUA, n. [L. aqua.] Water; a word much used in pharmacy, and the old chimistry.Aqua fortis, in the old chimistry, is now called nitric acid.Aqua marina, a name which jewelers give to the beryl, on account of its color.Aqua regia, in the old chimistry, is now called nitro-muriatic acid.Aqua vitae, brandy, or spirit of wine.
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