balm /bɑːm/ TEM8

• 1. 

  N-MASS Balm is a sweet-smelling oil that is obtained from some tropical trees and used to make creams that heal wounds or reduce pain. (做疗伤或镇痛药膏的) 香树油

  例：

  ...a jar of lip balm.

  …一罐唇膏。

• 2. 

  N-UNCOUNT If you refer to something as balm, you mean that it makes you feel better. 慰藉物 [also 'a' N] [表赞许]

  例：

  The place is balm to the soul.

  这个地方是对心灵的抚慰。