balsam Definition

• Balsam ((n.))

  A resin containing more or less of an essential or volatile oil.

• Balsam ((n.))

  A species of tree (Abies balsamea).

• Balsam ((n.))

  An annual garden plant (Impatiens balsamina) with beautiful flowers; balsamine.

• Balsam ((n.))

  Anything that heals, soothes, or restores.

• Balsam ((v. t.))

  To treat or anoint with balsam; to relieve, as with balsam; to render balsamic.

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