balm
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/bɑːm/
🇬🇧
/bɑːm/
noun
R
A fragrant oil from certain trees and plants, used to soothe and heal wounds.
She applied a bit of balm to the cut on her finger.
R
A substance with a pleasant scent that is used to soothe skin or reduce pain.
After a long day, she found the scent of the balm soothing.
R
Something that provides comfort or relief.
The sound of the waves was a balm to her soul.
translation
A fragrant oil from certain trees and plants, used to soothe and heal wounds.; A substance with a pleasant scent that is used to soothe skin or reduce pain.; Something that provides comfort or relief.
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Plural
balms