benzoin definition by Wordo

Noun

A

resinous

substance

,

dry

and

brittle

,

obtained

from

,

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

.