myrrh
Americannoun
noun
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any of several burseraceous trees and shrubs of the African and S Asian genus Commiphora, esp C. myrrha, that exude an aromatic resin Compare balm of Gilead
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the resin obtained from such a plant, used in perfume, incense, and medicine
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another name for sweet cicely
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Etymology
Origin of myrrh
before 900; Middle English, Old English myrre < Latin myrrha < Greek mýrra ≪ Akkadian murru; akin to Hebrew mōr, Arabic murr
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The use of aromatic resins, gums and woods like frankincense and myrrh dates back to ancient Egypt.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 2, 2026
The smell of incense — a combination of frankincense and myrrh — leached from every corner of the space, creating a somewhat soporific effect.
From Salon ● Mar. 31, 2024
The delicately pink, multipetaled blooms of Saint Cecilia® have a rich myrrh bouquet, a scent sometimes described as earthy or slightly smoky.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 17, 2024
They get slightly more for myrrh which currently sells for $10/kg.
From BBC ● Jan. 4, 2023
The old man was handling it as if it were made of myrrh.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
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