"unholy water" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Coined as an opposite to holy water, which is supposed to be effective against demons etc. Etymology templates: {{m|en|holy water}} holy water Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} unholy water (uncountable)
  1. (fantasy) magical water with the property of harming or cursing that which is good Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Fantasy
    Sense id: en-unholy_water-en-noun-v7OIDT8A Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Fictional materials Topics: fantasy

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