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   Benjamin (), n. [Corrupted from benzoin.] See Benzoin.
   
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   Benjamin, n. A kind of upper coat for men. [Colloq. Eng.]
   
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   Benzoin (bĕn‑zoinˈ), n. [Cf. F. benjoin, Sp. benjui, Pg. beijoin; all fr. Ar. lubān-jāwī 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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   Spicewood (?), n. (Bot.) An American shrub (Lindera Benzoin), the bark of which has a spicy taste and odor; -- called also Benjamin, wild allspice, and fever bush.
   
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