balm

//bɑːm//
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Noun

balmSingular
balmsPlural
1

A fragrant ointment or preparation used to heal or soothe the skin.

She applied a soothing balm to her dry lips.

2

Something that has a comforting, soothing, or restorative effect.

Music was a balm for her troubled mind.

3

An aromatic plant of the mint family, especially lemon balm.

I grow lemon balm in my herb garden.

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