balsam fir

noun

Definition of balsam fir

: a resinous North American fir (Abies balsamea) that is widely used for pulpwood and as a Christmas tree and is the source of Canada balsam

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Impacts on the moose go beyond wolves, also involving changes in fauna, particularly balsam fir, a staple winter food for moose, Hoy said. — Keith Matheny, Detroit Free Press, "Isle Royale's 2 remaining wolves still alive, spotted this winter," 17 May 2018 That's where the Bulgarian rose otto oil, laced with balsam fir, comes into play: as an add-if-you-wish option for the jojoba. — Laura Regensdorf, Vogue, "This All-Natural Skin-Care Line Comes in the Most Striking Glass Apothecary Bottles Yet," 12 Dec. 2018 The wintery, woodsy aroma of the Idaho balsam fir essential oil will help recall the reason for the season, and soft, sweet cedarwood is an earthy complement to brighter aromas. — Taysha Murtaugh, Country Living, "These Essential Oils Will Make Your Entire Home Smell Like Christmas," 14 Oct. 2018 Keep your skin’s microbiome in balance with the anti-microbial and anti-bacterial, antiseptic, and detoxifying essential oils tea tree, pine, balsam fir, and silver fir. — Allison Young, Good Housekeeping, "6 Ways You Can Use Essential Oils To Treat And Prevent Acne Naturally," 8 Nov. 2017 Levine’s new role includes a campaign shot by music-video director Colin Tilley, promoting the new, more intense formula for the fragrance, which has notes of bergamot, sage, balsam fir, and cedar wood. — Shannon Barbour, The Cut, "Adam Levine’s New Fragrance Campaign Has Him Asking ‘Why?’," 7 May 2018 Back when George Bailey was living his Wonderful life in Bedford Falls, balsam fir was the king of Christmas trees. — Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, "A gardener’s guide to picking the perfect Christmas tree," 8 Dec. 2017 Last year, the Canadian city hoisted a hideous 85-foot balsam fir, decorated with Canadian Tire logos, which turned into a social media hit, even earning its own Twitter account. — Chris Morris, Fortune, "Rome's $57,000 Christmas Tree Dubbed the 'World's Saddest'," 20 Dec. 2017 For those last-minute ornament and light hangers, Hinman plans to offer trees for free on Saturday to help clear the lot of balsam fir, Colorado blue spruce, Fraser fir, Norway spruce, white spruce and concolor fir. — Peter Marteka, Courant Community, "Craftsbury Christmas Farm Tradition Coming To An End After 23 Years," 19 Dec. 2017

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balsam fir

noun

English Language Learners Definition of balsam fir

: a small American evergreen tree

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balsam fir

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Medical Definition of balsam fir

: a resinous American evergreen tree (Abies balsamea) that is widely used for pulpwood and as a Christmas tree and that is the source of Canada balsam