balsam of tolu

American  

noun

1. tolu.

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balsam of Tolu British  

noun

1. the full name of tolu

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Etymology

Origin of balsam of tolu

First recorded in 1665–75

Example Sentences

Digest for ten days or two weeks, then strain or filter and add four ounces each of wine of ipecac and tincture balsam of tolu and one ounce strong essence of anise.

From The Ladies Book of Useful Information Compiled from many sources by Anonymous

Cattle products, and balsam of tolu are purchased mainly in the United States.

From Commercial Geography A Book for High Schools, Commercial Courses, and Business Colleges by Redway, Jacques W. (Jacques Wardlaw)

For sore teats use an ointment of vaseline 1 ounce, balsam of tolu 5 grains, and sulphate of zinc 5 grains.

From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.