myrrh
nounfeminine/ˈmiʁɐ/low
mir·ra
Definition
A fragrant resin obtained from trees of the genus Commiphora, used in perfumes, incense, and traditional medicine.
Myrrh was one of the gifts brought by the Magi in the Biblical story.
The ancient Egyptians used myrrh in the embalming process.
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Etymology
Do latim 'myrrha', do grego 'mýrra', de origem semítica.