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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 , 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.]
   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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   A white crystalline substance, C14H12O2, obtained from benzoic aldehyde and some other sources.
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   (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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