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Definition of Balm of gilead
1. Noun. Medium-sized fir of northeastern North America; leaves smell of balsam when crushed; much used for pulpwood and Christmas trees.
2. Noun. A fragrant oleoresin.
Generic synonyms: Balm
3. Noun. Small evergreen tree of Africa and Asia; leaves have a strong aromatic odor when bruised.
Exact synonyms: Commiphora Meccanensis
Generic synonyms: Incense Tree
Group relationships: Commiphora, Genus Commiphora
Generic synonyms: Incense Tree
Group relationships: Commiphora, Genus Commiphora
Medical Definition of Balm of gilead
1. An oleoresin from Commiphora opobalsamum (family Burseraceae), probably the myrrh of the Bible; used in perfumery. Synonym: Mecca balsam, opobalsamum. (05 Mar 2000)