Definition of "benzoin"
benzoin
/ˈbɛnzəʊɪn/
noun
countable and uncountable, plural benzoins
(organic chemistry) An aromatic hydroxy ketone, 2-hydroxy-1,2-di(phenyl)ethanone, synthesized from benzaldehyde; any derivative of this compound.
countable and uncountable, plural benzoins
(organic chemistry) An aromatic hydroxy ketone, 2-hydroxy-1,2-di(phenyl)ethanone, synthesized from benzaldehyde; any derivative of this compound.