Balsam is the resinous exudate (or sap) which forms on certain kinds of trees and shrubs. Balsam (from Latin balsamum "gum of the balsam tree," ultimately from a Semitic source such as Hebrew: בֹּשֶׂם, …

Balsam, aromatic resinous substance that flows from a plant, either spontaneously or from an incision; it consists of a resin dispersed in benzoic or cinnamic acid esters and is used chiefly in medicinal …

The meaning of BALSAM is an aromatic and usually oily and resinous substance flowing from various plants; especially : any of several resinous substances containing benzoic or cinnamic acid and used …

Aug 21, 2025 · Balsam is a natural aromatic substance originating primarily from various plant species. This exudate has been valued across diverse cultures and industries for centuries.

Dec 22, 2025 · balsam (third-person singular simple present balsams, present participle balsaming, simple past and past participle balsamed) (transitive) To treat or anoint with balsam.

BALSAM definition: 1. a pleasant-smelling substance used as the base for medical or beauty treatments: 2. anything…. Learn more.

Jul 11, 2025 · Balsams are a fascinating group of aromatic resins obtained from certain trees and shrubs. Known for centuries in traditional medicine, these natural substances have been valued for …

BALSAM definition: any of various fragrant exudations from certain trees, especially trees of the genus Commiphora, as balm-of-Gilead. See examples of balsam used in a sentence.

Any of several aromatic resins, such as balsam of Peru and balsam of Tolu, that contain considerable amounts of benzoic acid, cinnamic acid, or both, or their esters.

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