nounπShareA sweet-smelling oil or resin derived from various plants."The aromatherapy shop was filled with the rich scent of balsams, creating a calming atmosphere. "plantsubstancechemistrymedicinematerialnatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA plant or tree yielding such substance."The forest floor was fragrant with the scent of pine and the aromatic balsams that grew in abundance there. "plantsubstanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA soothing ointment."After a long day of gardening, she rubbed balsams on her aching muscles to soothe them. "medicineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareSomething soothing."Classical music is a sweet balsam for our sorrows"medicinesensationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA flowering plant of the genus Impatiens."My grandmother loves to grow balsams in pots on her sunny porch because their bright flowers are so cheerful. "plantnaturebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe balsam family of flowering plants (Balsaminaceae), which includes Impatiens and Hydrocera."My grandmother loves planting balsams in her garden because they produce such vibrant and colorful flowers, especially Impatiens. "plantbiologynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA balsam fir Abies balsamea."The children collected branches of balsam for their nature project at school. "plantnaturebiologyenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareCanada balsam, a turpentine obtained from the resin of balsam fir."The old textbook smelled faintly of balsams, a reminder of the chemicals used in preparing microscope slides. "substancematerialplantchemistryscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo treat or anoint with balsam."The nurse gently balsams the burn on the patient's arm to soothe the pain and promote healing. "medicinebodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading