docimasy
Pronunciation: /ˈdɒsɪməsi/
The English word “docimasy” has 2 meanings listed here.
noun
- The art by which the nature and proportions of an ore are determined; assaying.
- The examination of poisons.
Etymology
Learned borrowing from Ancient Greek δοκιμασία (dokimasía, “examination”).
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