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Balsam

noun
/ˈbɔːlsəm/

Meaning

a flowering plant with colorful blooms that often open in the evening; also refers to aromatic resin
An aromatic resinous substance or plant used for healing or soothing.

Example Sentences

The garden balsam flowers bloomed beautifully in various shades of pink and purple.

The tree produced a fragrant balsam used in medicine.

Synonyms

impatiens, touch-me-not, resin, ointment, balm, extract, fragrance
Entry 1
impatiens, touch-me-not
Entry 2
resin, ointment, balm, extract, fragrance

Antonyms

toxin, irritant

Collocations

garden balsam, balsam flowers, balsam plant, evening balsam, balsam tree, balsam extract, balsam fragrance, healing balsam
Entry 1
garden balsam, balsam flowers, balsam plant, evening balsam
Entry 2
balsam tree, balsam extract, balsam fragrance, healing balsam

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