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Balmy is defined as something that is moderate and pleasant.

(adjective)

An example of balmy weather is a beautiful day at the beach.

The definition of balmy is something that is soothing and pleasant feeling, often medicinal.

(adjective)

An example of something that is balmy is aloe vera.

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See balmy in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective balmier, balmiest

having the qualities of balm; soothing, mild, pleasant, etc.: a balmy day
Origin: var. of barmy
Chiefly Brit., Slang crazy or foolish

Related Forms:

balmily adverb
balminess noun

See balmy in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective balm·i·er, balm·i·est

Having the quality or fragrance of balm; soothing.
Mild and pleasant: a balmy breeze.
Chiefly British Slang Eccentric in behavior.

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Origin: Sense 3, alteration of barmy, frothy

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Related Forms:

balmˈi·ly adverb

balmˈi·ness noun

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