Low-context culture is a term used by anthropologist Edward T. Hall in 1976 to describe a communication style that relies heavily on explicit and direct language. Learn more about low-context cultures from examples and test your knowledge with a quiz.
Definition of ALCHEMIST. : a person who studies or practices alchemy.
alchemy. arcanum the secret of life; a great elixir or remedy sought by the alchemists. See also knowledge. elixir 1. the hypothetical substance sought by alchemists that was believed to transform base metals into gold and give eternal life. Also called philosopherâs stone, elixir of life.