Definition

A type of water that was believed to be a special form created in narrow tubes, but is now known to be a false idea.

Example

Scientists once thought polywater had unique properties, but further research proved it was an illusion.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of polywater?

Yeah, I've read about it; it's fascinating but kind of controversial.

Right? I find it interesting how it was thought to have special properties.

Exactly! It's wild how something can seem real and then turn out to be illusory.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Polywater is formed from "poly-" (from Greek "polus", meaning many) and "water" (from Old English "wæter", meaning water). The term refers to a hypothetical form of water that is believed to have unusual properties due to its molecular structure, suggesting a concept of water that is 'many' or 'varied' in its characteristics.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('poly-') types or forms of 'water' — that's why polywater refers to a concept of water with many unusual properties.

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