Balsams lined the shelves of the apothecary, each jar labeled with its scent and country of origin.

The balsamous resin soothed the cracked skin after a long day under the sun.

She stood in the herbarium, balsaming the ancient scroll with fragrant resin to preserve it.

Antique apothecaries once stored exotic balsams in dark glass bottles to preserve their scent.

She balsams the sculptures with fragrant resin each spring to preserve their luster.

The conservator carefully used Canada balsam to mend the torn botanical illustration and affix the fragile fragments.

balsam firs lined the narrow road, their resinous scent filling the cold morning air.

Chefs often compare different balsamic vinegars to find the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.

The herbalist recommended Peruvian balsam, a fragrant bitterish resin from a South American tree, for treating asthma and for scenting homemade soap.

For dinner I stir-fried balsam pear with eggs and garlic, seasoning it simply with soy sauce and sesame oil.