balsam fir
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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First Known Use of balsam fir
1805
BALSAM FIR Defined for English Language Learners
balsam fir
Definition of balsam fir for English Language Learners
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: a small American evergreen tree
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balsam fir
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
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