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balm of gilead meaning and definition
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Definition of 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
- synonyms: Commiphora meccanensis
Source: Princeton University Wordnet