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Definition of xylobalsamum

xylobalsamum

/ˌzaɪloʊˈbɔːlsəməm/
xy · lo · bal · sa · mum
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xylobalsamum Lexical Profile

xylobalsamum Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The dried wood of the balsam tree (Commiphora gileadensis), historically prized in antiquity for its aromatic properties and used in traditional medicine, incense, and perfumes.

Example

"Ancient texts frequently reference xylobalsamum alongside myrrh and frankincense as a highly valuable commodity traded across the Mediterranean."

2

An aromatic oil, resin, or decoction extracted from the wood of the balsam tree.

Example

"Classical physicians occasionally prescribed a rare xylobalsamum to soothe complex respiratory ailments."

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• Nearby Words

xuzhou
xylenol
xylic
xylobalsamum
xylocarpous
xylochrome
xylogen

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Latin 'xylobalsamum', which comes from the Greek 'xylobalsamon', formed by 'xylon' (wood) and 'balsamon' (balsam).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Xylobalsamum. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/xylobalsamum
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