Main Entry:

¹boon

Pronunciation:

\ˈbün\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

Middle English bone prayer, request, the favor requested, from Old Norse bōn request; akin to Old English bēn prayer, bannan to summon — more at ban

Date:

12th century

1: benefit, favor ; especially : one that is given in answer to a request2: a timely benefit : blessing