bay rum Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun an aromatic liquid originally obtained by distilling the leaves of the bayberry tree with rum
WordNet
Bay" rum"
Definitions
A fragrant liquid, used for cosmetic and medicinal purposes. ✍ The original bay rum, from the West Indies, is prepared, it is believed, by distillation from the leaves of the bayberry ( Myrcia acris ). The bay rum of the Pharmacopoeia (spirit of myrcia) is prepared from oil of myrcia (bayberry), oil of orange peel, oil of pimento, alcohol, and water.
