balsam of peru

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What does balsam of peru mean?

A sweet-smelling balsam derived from a tree of the genus Myroxylon, used as a flavoring, as a fragrance, and in pharmaceuticals.

Where does balsam of peru come from?

It was long supposed to be a product of Peru.

How to pronounce balsam of peru

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