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Meaning of balsam

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

balsam

Pronunciation:/ˈbɔːlsəm/

noun

Definitions

  1. A sweet-smelling oil or resin derived from various plants.

  2. A plant or tree yielding such substance.

  3. A soothing ointment.

  4. Something soothing.

    Example: Classical music is a sweet balsam for our sorrows

verb

Definitions

  1. To treat or anoint with balsam.