To soothe; to mitigate.
Any of various aromatic resins exuded from certain plants, especially trees of the genus Commiphora of Africa, Arabia and India and Myroxylon of South America.
The lemon balm, Melissa officinalis
A plant or tree yielding such substance.
Any soothing oil or lotion, especially an aromatic one.
Something soothing.
Any of a number of other aromatic herbs with a similar citrus-like scent, such as bee balm and horse balm.
To appease; to allay; to soothe.
To make quiet.
To become quiet.
To clear off soil and other materials overlying the bedrock.
A mining method using water
A silence, especially after some noise