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2 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Benzoin \Ben*zoin"\ (b[e^]n*zoin"), n. [Cf. F. benjoin, Sp benjui Pg beijoin all fr Ar lub[=a]n-j[=a]w[=i] incense form Sumatra (named Java in Arabic), the first syllable being lost. Cf {Benjamin}.] Note: [Called also {benjamin}.] 1. A resinous substance, dry and brittle, obtained from the {Styrax benzoin}, a tree of Sumatra, Java, etc., having a fragrant odor, and slightly aromatic taste. It is used in the preparation of benzoic acid, in medicine, and as a perfume. 2. A white crystalline substance, {C14H12O2}, obtained from benzoic aldehyde and some other sources. 3. (Bot.) The spicebush ({Lindera benzoin}). {Flowers of benzoin}, benzoic acid. See under {Benzoic}. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: benzoin n 1: gum resin used especially in treating skin irritation [syn: {gum benzoin}, {benjamin}, {gum benjamin}, {asa dulcis}] 2: used in some classifications for the American spicebush and certain other plants often included in the genus Lindera [syn: {Benzoin}, {genus Benzoin}]
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