Balsam1. (n.) A fragrant ointment used as medication; a balm; a resin containing more or less of an essential or volatile oil.
2. (n.) A species of tree (Abies balsamea).
3. (n.) An annual garden plant (Impatiens balsamina) with beautiful flowers; balsamine.
4. (n.) Anything that heals, soothes, or restores.
5. (v. t.) To treat or anoint with balsam; to relieve, as with balsam; to render balsamic.
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