1
: a balsamic (see balsamic sense 1) resin
especially
: one from small tropical evergreen trees (genus Commiphora of the family Burseraceae)
2
: an aromatic preparation (such as a healing ointment)
applied a balm to the wound
3
4
: a spicy aromatic odor
… the white lilies in the garden, the herb bed near the bees—everything sent out fragrance and balm into the soft air …—
Agnes S. Turnbull
Agnes S. Turnbull5
: a soothing restorative agency
Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of disappointed love.—Jane Austen
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Examples of balm in a Sentence
Art can be a balm to the soul.
She shows that laughter is a balm for difficult times.
Recent Examples on the Web
This balm contains fragrance but has been tested to be hypoallergenic.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 11 Apr. 2024
Beeswax is another allergen commonly found in lip balm, Cheraghlou noted.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN, 7 Apr. 2024
That’s not the case with this clear balm, which feels slick (yet not greasy) and comes with a gourmand flavor of vanilla and brown sugar.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2024
With 1250mg of CBD packed in each balm, this product is wildly popular among athletes, and people with arthritis and back pain.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
Eos 2-Pack Strawberry Sorbet Lip Balm, $4 (Save 31%)
Add a pop of color to your Easter baskets with this popular Eos lip balm that’s on sale for $2 apiece.
—Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
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Lip Smacker Lippy Pal Bunny Rabbit Flavored Lip Balm
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Lip balm is an easy and affordable addition to an Easter basket, and this one is especially on theme.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 18 Mar. 2024
From the makeup remover balm to the serum, drops are nourishing, hydrating, and gentle on your skin.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2024
Start by stocking up on materials: Egyptian Magic (a natural healing balm favored by Garcia) or Vaseline to apply around the brow, a coffee stick, a spoolie, a Q-tip, and your tint of choice (Garcia recommends RefectoCil vegetable dye).
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024
Deanna Pai, Allure, 11 Apr. 2024
Beeswax is another allergen commonly found in lip balm, Cheraghlou noted.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN, 7 Apr. 2024
That’s not the case with this clear balm, which feels slick (yet not greasy) and comes with a gourmand flavor of vanilla and brown sugar.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2024
With 1250mg of CBD packed in each balm, this product is wildly popular among athletes, and people with arthritis and back pain.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
Eos 2-Pack Strawberry Sorbet Lip Balm, $4 (Save 31%)
Add a pop of color to your Easter baskets with this popular Eos lip balm that’s on sale for $2 apiece.
—Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
The Best Pool Toys and Games That Will Be a Splash All Summer Long
Lip Smacker Lippy Pal Bunny Rabbit Flavored Lip Balm
$5 $4 Buy on Target Buy on Walmart
Lip balm is an easy and affordable addition to an Easter basket, and this one is especially on theme.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 18 Mar. 2024
From the makeup remover balm to the serum, drops are nourishing, hydrating, and gentle on your skin.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2024
Start by stocking up on materials: Egyptian Magic (a natural healing balm favored by Garcia) or Vaseline to apply around the brow, a coffee stick, a spoolie, a Q-tip, and your tint of choice (Garcia recommends RefectoCil vegetable dye).
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024
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“Balm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balm. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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