BALSAMS | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Balsam

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

Old English, via Latin from Greek balsamon

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈbɔːls(ə)m
Dialects: British English
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈbɒls(ə)m
Dialects: British English
Definition:

an aromatic resinous substance, such as balm, exuded by various trees and shrubs and used as a base for certain fragrances and medical preparations

Short Definition:

aromatic resinous substance, such as balm, exuded by various trees and shrubs and used as base for certain fragrances

Examples:
  • a mixture of olive oil and balsam
  • a hair conditioner with protein and balsams
Definition:

a herbaceous plant cultivated for its helmeted pink or purple flowers.

Short Definition:

herbaceous plant cultivated for its helmeted pink or purple flowers

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