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benzoin Definition


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benzoin
noun
    1. The aromatic resinous sap of a tree native to Java and Sumatra, used in perfumery, incense, etc and as an expectorant, respiratory inhalant and antiseptic.
    2. chem.
      A highly toxic white crystalline compound used in the manufacture of organic compounds.
Etymology: 16c as benjoin: ultimately from Arabic luban jawa incense of Java.



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