balsam

• Nom désignant toute plante à graines produisant un baume, l'une des diverses oléorésines aromatiques utilisées en médecine et en parfumerie, ou une pommade contenant une résine aromatique.

A noun referring to any seed plant that yields balsam, any of various fragrant oleoresins used in medicines and perfumes, or an ointment containing a fragrant resin.

1. Aromatic resinB2formalmedical

   A fragrant, resinous substance obtained from certain trees and plants, used in perfumes, medicines, and incense.

   Baume (résine aromatique)

   • The ancient Egyptians used balsam in their embalming rituals.
   • This perfume contains a rare balsam from the Himalayas.
   • The resin, known as balsam, was highly valued for its healing properties.

   Synonymesbalmoleoresin

2. Healing ointmentB2formalmedical

   A soothing or medicinal ointment, often containing aromatic resins, used to treat wounds or skin conditions.

   Baume cicatrisant

   • She applied a balsam to the burn to reduce the pain.
   • The herbalist prepared a balsam from pine resin and beeswax.
   • This balsam is known to heal minor cuts and scrapes quickly.

   Synonymesbalmcreamemollientlinimentlotionointmentsalveunguent

3. Plant yielding resinC1formalscientific

   Any plant, especially of the genus Impatiens, that produces a fragrant resin or balsam.

   plante à baume

   • The balsam plant grows abundantly in tropical regions.
   • Gardeners often cultivate balsam for its colorful flowers.
   • The balsam tree is tapped for its valuable resin.