Definition of "balsam"

(chiefly UK) A sweet-smelling oil or resin derived from various plants.  examples

(chiefly UK) A plant or tree yielding such substance.  examples

(chiefly UK) A soothing ointment.  examples

(chiefly UK, figuratively) Something soothing.  examples

A flowering plant of the genus Impatiens.  examples

The balsam family of flowering plants (Balsaminaceae), which includes Impatiens and Hydrocera.  examples

A balsam fir Abies balsamea.  examples

Canada balsam, a turpentine obtained from the resin of balsam fir.  examples

(transitive) To treat or anoint with balsam.  examples