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tolu balsam

Variant of tolu

noun

a fragrant gum obtained from the bark of a leguminous South American tree (Myroxylon balsamum), used in cough mixtures, flavorings, perfumes, etc.

also tolu balsam

Origin: Sp tolú, after Tolú, Caribbean seaport in Colombia

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