English dictionary

balm

/b/A/m/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

any of various aromatic resinous substances used for healing and soothing

noun.substance

Source: WordNet 3.0
semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

noun.artifact

Synonyms ointment salve unction unguent

Source: WordNet 3.0
An aromatic plant of the genus <i>Melissa</i>.

noun

Source: webster1913

To anoint with balm, or with anything medicinal. Hence: To soothe; to mitigate.

verb

Source: webster1913