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/bɑm əv gɪlˈid/ Listen

Balm of gilead

noun

Medium-sized fir of northeastern North America; leaves smell of balsam when crushed; much used for pulpwood and Christmas trees. Synonyms: Abies balsamea, balsam fir, Canada balsam.

A fragrant oleoresin.

Small evergreen tree of Africa and Asia; leaves have a strong aromatic odor when bruised. Synonym: Commiphora meccanensis.

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Words linked to "Balm of gilead" : balsam fir, Commiphora, silver fir, balm, incense tree, genus Commiphora, Commiphora meccanensis