benzoin

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Synonyms: benzoic, benzin

Antonyms: benzoic, benzin

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Noun

1. A resinous substance, dry and brittle, obtained from {{taxlink|Styrax benzoin|species}}, 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. {{defdate|from 16th c.}}
2. {{lb|en|organic compound}} An [[aromatic]] [[hydroxy]] [[ketone]], ''2-hydroxy-1,2-di(phenyl)ethanone'', synthesized from [[benzaldehyde]]; any derivative of this compound. {{defdate|from 19th c.}}
3. The [[spicebush]], {{taxfmt|Lindera benzoin|species}}. {{defdate|from 19th c.}}

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