BENZOIN
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Ben*zoin" (bĕn*zoin"), n. [Cf. F. benjoin, Sp. benjui, Pg. beijoin; all fr. Ar. lub&ā;n-j&ā;w&ī; incense form Sumatra (named Java in Arabic), the first syllable being lost. Cf. Benjamin.] [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.
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2. A white crystalline substance, C14H12O2, obtained from benzoic aldehyde and some other sources.
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3. (Bot.) The spicebush (Lindera benzoin).
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Flowers of benzoin, benzoic acid. See under Benzoic.
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