Balm Of Gilead (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Medium-sized fir of northeastern North America; leaves smell of balsam when crushed; much used for pulpwood and Christmas trees.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

• Canada Balsam
• Balsam Fir
• Abies Balsamea

Hypernyms

• Silver Fir

Meaning ²

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

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

• Commiphora Meccanensis

Meaning ³

A fragrant oleoresin.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.