myrrh

US /mɚ/

UK /mɜ:(r)/

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noun

  • Aromatic resin that is burned as incense and used in perfume

other

  • A fragrant resin obtained from certain trees, used in incense, perfume, and medicine.
  • A gum-resin with a fragrant odor and a bitter aromatic taste, used in incense, perfume, and medicines.