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balm
[bahm]
noun
any of various oily, fragrant, resinous substances, often of medicinal value, exuding from certain plants, especially tropical trees of the genus Commiphora.
a plant or tree yielding such a substance.
any aromatic or fragrant ointment.
aromatic fragrance; sweet odor.
the balm of orange blossoms.
any of various aromatic plants of the mint family, especially those of the genus Melissa, as M. officinalis lemonbalm, having ovate lemon-scented leaves used as a seasoning.
anything that heals, soothes, or mitigates pain.
the balm of friendship in troubled times.
balm
/ bɑːm /
noun
any of various oily aromatic resinous substances obtained from certain tropical trees and used for healing and soothing See also balsam
any plant yielding such a substance, esp the balm of Gilead
something comforting or soothing
soft music is a balm
any aromatic or oily substance used for healing or soothing
Also called: lemon balm. an aromatic Eurasian herbaceous plant, Melissa officinalis , having clusters of small fragrant white two-lipped flowers: family Lamiaceae (labiates)
a pleasant odour
Other Word Forms
- balmlike adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of balm1
Example Sentences
Charles nods, “Laughter is a tremendous balm for the array of atrocities that we are experiencing as a culture.”
It also offered warehouse-style display shelves packed with goods such as lip balm, perfume, false nails and foot cream.
It also offers warehouse-style display shelves packed with goods such as lip balm, perfume, false nails and foot cream.
It also offers warehouse-style display shelves packed with goods like lip balm, perfume, false nails and foot cream.
It was "stunning, a balm for my weary soul", one person wrote.
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