Balsam Of Tolu (Noun)
Meaning
Aromatic yellowish brown balsam from the tolu balsam tree used especially in cough syrups.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The pharmacist added a few drops of balsam of tolu to the cough syrup mixture to enhance its aroma and medicinal properties.
- Balsam of tolu has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat respiratory issues, including coughs and colds.
- The tolu balsam tree is native to South America, and its resin is harvested to produce the balsam of tolu used in perfumes and pharmaceuticals.
- In modern times, balsam of tolu is mainly used as a flavoring agent in cough syrups and lozenges to mask unpleasant tastes.
- The fragrance of balsam of tolu is often used in aromatherapy to promote relaxation and ease respiratory congestion.