any of various fragrant exudations from certain trees, esp. trees of the genus Commiphora, as balm-of-Gilead. Compare balm ( def. 1 ) .

the similar products yielded by the leguminous trees Myroxylon pereirae and M. balsamum, of South America. Compare Peru balsam , tolu .

oleoresin ( def. 1 ) .

any of certain transparent turpentines, as Canada balsam.

a plant or tree yielding a balsam.

balsam fir.

any of several plants belonging to the genus Impatiens, as I. balsamina, a common garden annual. Compare balsam family .

any aromatic ointment for ceremonial or medicinal use.

any agency that heals, soothes, or restores

the balsam of understanding and appreciation.