balsam
/ˈbɔːlsəm/noun
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A sweet-smelling oil or resin derived from various plants.
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A plant or tree yielding such substance.
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A soothing ointment.
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Something soothing.
"Classical music is a sweet balsam for our sorrows"
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A flowering plant of the genus Impatiens.
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The balsam family of flowering plants (Balsaminaceae), which includes Impatiens and Hydrocera.
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A balsam fir Abies balsamea.
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Canada balsam, a turpentine obtained from the resin of balsam fir.
Synonyms:
impatiens, jewelweed, touch-me-not, balm, balm, balm, balm
verb
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To treat or anoint with balsam.