Definitions for: Benzoin

[n] used in some classifications for the American spicebush and certain other plants often included in the genus Lindera
[n] gum resin used especially in treating skin irritation

Webster (1913) Definition: 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.

Synonyms: asa dulcis, benjamin, genus Benzoin, gum benjamin, gum benzoin

See Also: family Lauraceae, gum resin, Lauraceae, laurel family, magnoliid dicot genus

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