balm

Meanings

• noun

  A soothing ointment or salve made from various plant extracts, used to heal and protect the skin.

  - "She applied a balm to her sunburned skin."
  - "The herbal balm provided instant relief from the itching."
  - "The balm was infused with the fragrant scent of lavender."

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Pronunciation

1. /bɑlm/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

balsam , balsam , balsam , balsam

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with balm
calm , psalm , palm , garam , balmam , alarm

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Variants

List of all variants of balm that leads to same result
balm , balms , balm of Gilead , balms of Gilead , bee balm , bee balms , lemon balm , lemon balms , balsam poplar , balsam poplars , tacamahac

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Etymology

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The word 'balm' originated from the Old French word 'balme', meaning 'salve' or 'ointment'.

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Trivia

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1. Balms were used in ancient Egypt to preserve mummies.

2. The balsam tree, from which the word 'balm' originated, is a tropical tree with fragrant resin.

3. Balms were used in ancient Greece to treat wounds and as perfumes.

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Related Concepts

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1. Herbal medicine: Balms are a common form of herbal medicine, made from various plant extracts and essential oils.

2. Aromatherapy: Balms are often used in aromatherapy to provide both therapeutic benefits and a pleasant fragrance.

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Culture

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Balms have been used for centuries for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. In many cultures, they are considered sacred and are used in religious rituals. For instance, in Ayurvedic medicine, balms are used to treat various ailments, including skin conditions, joint pain, and digestive issues.

How to Memorize "balm"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small jar of balm with a green label and a wooden lid. Visualize the texture of the balm as thick and creamy.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'balm' with the idea of soothing and healing.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Balms are for Burns' to remember that balms are used to soothe and heal the skin.

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