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gum benzoin

 

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Noun gum benzoin has 1 sense
  1. benzoin, gum benzoin, benjamin, gum benjamin, asa dulcis - gum resin used especially in treating skin irritation
    --1 is a kind of gum resin

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Gum Benzoin

Definition:

Gum benzoin, also known as benzoin resin or gum Benjamin, is an aromatic resin derived from the bark of several species of trees in the genus Styrax. It has various uses in medicine, perfumery, and other industries.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A fragrant resinous substance obtained from the bark of certain trees, used in the production of incense, pharmaceuticals, and as a flavoring agent.

2. The tree (Styrax spp.) from which this resin is derived.

Adjective:

Relating to or resembling gum benzoin; aromatic.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The incense was crafted using a combination of gum benzoin, frankincense, and myrrh.

2. The pharmacist added a small amount of gum benzoin to the cough syrup to enhance its flavor.

Adjective:

The perfume had a pleasant, gum benzoin scent that lingered throughout the day.

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