hermetic

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Adjective 1.3.1 Derived terms 1.3.2 Translations

[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

From the Greek god and mythological alchemist w:Hermes Trismegistus, who was said to possess a magic ability to seal (with spells) treasure chests so that nothing could access their contents.

[edit] Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /hɜː(ɹ)ˈmɛt.ɪk/, SAMPA: /h3:(r)"mEt.Ik/

  Rhymes: -ɛtɪk

[edit] Adjective

hermetic (comparative more hermetic, superlative most hermetic)

1. Of or pertaining to Hermes Trismegistus.
2. Of or pertaining to alchemy or occult practices.
3. Obscure; secret or unrevealed.
4. Isolated, away from outside influence.
5. Airtight or gas-tight; impervious to air or gases.

[edit] Derived terms

• hermetic seal
• hermetical
• hermetically sealed
• hermeticity

[edit] Translations