transcription, транскрипция: [ -ˈgi-lē-əd ]
Etymology: Gilead, region of ancient Palestine known for its balm
Date: 1629
1. : an agency that soothes, relieves, or heals
2. : a small evergreen African and Asian tree ( Commiphora opobalsamum syn. C. meccanensis of the family Burseraceae) with aromatic leaves ; also : a fragrant oleoresin from this tree
3. : any of several poplars having resinous buds: as
a. : a hybrid North American tree ( Populus gileadensis ) with broadly cordate leaves that are pubescent especially on the underside
b. : balsam poplar