Myrrh
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /mɜːɹ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Myrrh is a noun meaning Synonym of chrism.
Meaning
Synonym of chrism.
More Meanings
- (Scotland) The herb chervil.
- A red-brown resinous material, the dried sap of a tree of the genus Commiphora, especially Commiphora myrrha, used as perfume, incense or medicine.
Example Sentences
A compound of eggs boiled with myrrh, pepper, and cinnamon, taken on several successive days, is recommended by Arabs for strengthening amorous vigor.
The glories of Mary held his soul captive: spikenard and myrrh and frankincense, symbolising the preciousness of God's gifts to her soul, rich garments, symbolising her royal lineage, her emblems, the lateflowering plant and lateblossoming tree, symbolising the agelong gradual growth of her cultus among men.
Word Forms
- myrrhs
Synonyms for myrrh
Depending on context, synonyms include chrism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include myrrhe, myrrhin, myrrhol, balm, tolu, macir.
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