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 Three Wise Men may have struggled for a third gift if they were shopping today—and not because of a bull market in frankincense and myrrh.
From Barron's • Dec. 23, 2025
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
This pretty kit contains mountain sage, frankincense, myrrh and white copal resin; a Selenite stick; crystals and a palo santo stick for smudging.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023
"The gold, frankincense and myrrh brought by the three wise men to baby Jesus definitely came from here," said the old man sitting in the dust under a tree.
From BBC • Jan. 4, 2023
Mrs. Baker held the tray like she was carrying gold and frankincense and myrrh.
From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt
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