benzoin

ben·zo·in

noun \ˈben-zə-wən, -ˌwēn; -ˌzȯin\

Definition of BENZOIN

1

: a hard fragrant yellowish balsamic resin from trees (genus Styrax of the family Styracaceae) of southeastern Asia used especially as an expectorant and topically to relieve skin irritations

2

: a white crystalline hydroxy ketone C₁₄H₁₂O₂ made from benzaldehyde

3

: a tree yielding benzoin