bay rum

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bay rum

noun

Definition of BAY RUM

: a fragrant cosmetic and medicinal liquid distilled from the leaves of a West Indian bay tree (Pimenta racemosa) of the myrtle family or usually prepared from essential oils, alcohol, and water

First Known Use of BAY RUM

1840

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