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 request
2 : a timely benefit : blessing