Definition of balsam

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bal·sam

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m) KEY

NOUN:

1. Any of several aromatic resins, such as balsam of Peru and balsam of Tolu, that contain considerable amounts of benzoic acid, cinnamic acid, or both, or their esters.
2. Any of several other fragrant plant resins, such as Canada balsam.
3. A similar substance, especially a fragrant ointment used as medication; a balm.
Any of various trees, especially the balsam fir, yielding an aromatic resinous substance.
See jewelweed.

ETYMOLOGY:
Latin balsamum, from Greek balsamon, of Semitic origin; see bm in Semitic roots

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