balsam

🇺🇸 /ˈbɔːlsəm/ 🇬🇧 /ˈbɔːlsəm/
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noun
R

A type of oil with a pleasant smell that comes from certain trees and plants. It was used to help wounds heal in the past.

The doctor applied some balsam to the patient's wound to help it heal faster.

R

A plant or tree that produces balsam.

The balsam tree is known for its healing properties and pleasant fragrance.

translation

n. A type of oil with a pleasant smell that comes from certain trees and plants. It was used to help wounds heal in the past.; A plant or tree that produces balsam.

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Plural balsams