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balsam

bal·sam [ báwlsəm, blsəm ] (plural bal·sams)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. oily plant substance: an oily resinous substance oleoresin obtained from plants, especially one containing benzoic acid or cinnamic acid. Use: perfumes, medicines.

2. preparation containing balsam: a preparation containing or resembling balsam

3. tree yielding resin: a tree that yields a fragrant resinous substance, especially a balsam fir

4. flowering plant: a plant of the family that includes impatiens and garden balsam. Family Balsaminaceae.

[Pre-12th century. Via Latin< Greek balsamon]

bal·sam·ic [ bawl sámmik, baal sámmik ] adjective
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