noun
- Plural of galbanum; a bitter, aromatic gum resin obtained from certain plants of the genus Ferula, used in perfumes, incense, and traditional medicine.
Usage: Usually used in plural form when referring to multiple samples or types; Also called galbanum resin
Examples
- Ancient Egyptians used galbanums in their incense blends.
- The perfumer sourced several galbanums from different regions to create a complex fragrance.
- Galbanums have been valued in traditional medicine for centuries.
- The resinous galbanums emit a distinctive pungent odor when heated.
- Medieval apothecaries kept stocks of galbanums for medicinal preparations.