balsam

/ˈbɔːlsəm/
noun
  1. A fragrant resin obtained from certain trees, used in perfumes, medicines, and varnishes.
    • The ancient Egyptians used balsam in their embalming process.
    • The sweet smell of balsam filled the room when she opened the bottle.
    • This soap is made with natural balsam from fir trees.
  2. A soothing ointment or lotion, often used to heal or comfort the skin.
    • The herbal balsam helped relieve the itching from the bug bite.
    • She kept a jar of lip balsam in her bag for dry winter days.
    • He applied a healing balsam to the cut on his finger.
  3. Something that comforts or soothes the mind or spirit.
    • The quiet of the forest was a balsam for her anxious mind.
    • Music can be a balsam for the soul after a stressful day.
    • Her kind words were a balsam to his troubled heart.
  4. A type of flowering plant, especially Impatiens, also called touch-me-not.
    • The balsam flowers bloomed in shades of pink and white.
    • Balsam is easy to grow and attracts butterflies to the garden.
    • She planted balsam along the garden path for a splash of color.
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