1. a soothing ointment or preparation used to heal or relieve pain
2. something that provides comfort, relief, or healing
Usage: figurative
3. an aromatic plant of the mint family used in herbal medicine
Usage: botanical

Examples

• She applied lip balm to her chapped lips.
• The herbal balm helped soothe his sore muscles.
• Music was a balm to her troubled soul.
• His kind words were like balm to her wounded pride.
• The garden was filled with lemon balm and other herbs.
• The cooling balm provided instant relief from the sunburn.