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Benzoin - What does it mean?

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benzoin

Noun

  • A resinous substance, dry and brittle, obtained from the
  • (organic compound) An aromatic hydroxy ketone, 2-hydroxy-1,2-di(phenyl)ethanone , synthesized from benzaldehyde; any derivative of this compound.
  • The spicebush, Lindera benzoin .
  • Derived terms

    * benjamin * benzene * benzoic * flowers of benzoin

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