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1. balm
noun. ['ˈbɑːm, ˈbɑːlm'] semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation.
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Etymology
- basme (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- balsamum (Latin)
Rhymes with Balm
- schwalm
- psalm
- palme
- palm
- calm
How do you pronounce balm?
Pronounce balm as bɑm.
US - How to pronounce balm in American English
UK - How to pronounce balm in British English
Sentences with balm
1. Noun, singular or mass
Roll the lip balm over the scratch and extend it about one inch past the scratch on each end.
2. Verb, past tense
Slowly wipe the lip balm off the screen with a soft cloth.
Quotes about balm
1. Humor has been the balm of my life, but it's been reserved for those close to me, not part of the public Lana.
- Lana Turner
2. This is part of the involuntary bargain we make with the world just by being alive. We get to experiences the splendor of nature, the beauty of art, the balm of love and the sheer joy of existence, always with the knowledge that illness, injury, natural disaster, or pure evil can end it in an instant for ourselves or someone we love.
- Jeff Greenfield
3. 'Halal in the Family' will expose a broad audience to some of the realities of being Muslim in America. By using satire, we will encourage people to reconsider their assumptions about Muslims, while providing a balm to those experiencing anti-Muslim bias. I also hope those Uncles and Aunties out there will crack a smile!
- Aasif Mandvi
