Benzoin
7 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
A balsamic resin obtained from tropical trees, used particularly in medicine to treat skin irritation and in the perfume industry.
“The pharmacist recommended a benzoin tincture to soothe the minor skin abrasion.”
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ben·zo·in
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