balm

noun

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

any of various aromatic resinous substances used for healing and soothing

Roots

balsamumbalm- · Latin · balsam, aromatic resin

Synonyms for balm

salven ointmentn unguentn balsamn lotionn inunctionn unctionn linimentn embrocationn emollientn petrolatumn pomaden vaselinen demulcentn eyewater

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Where does balm come from?

The word balm breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root balm-, from Latin balsamum (“balsam, aromatic resin”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.