BENZOINS
Noun
benzoins
plural of benzoin
Source: Wiktionary
BENZOIN
Ben*zoin", n. Etym: [Cf. F. benjoin, Sp. benjui, Pg. beijoin; all fr.
Ar. luban-jawi 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.)
Definition: The spicebush (Lindera benzoin). Flowers of benzoin, benzoic
acid. See under Benzoic.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition