Benjamin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɛnd͡ʒəmɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Benjamin is a noun meaning A balsamic resin from the bark of Styrax trees used in perfumes, incense, and medicine; benzoin resin.
Meaning
A balsamic resin from the bark of Styrax trees used in perfumes, incense, and medicine; benzoin resin.
More Meanings
- A type of tree which produces benzoin or has similar properties; specifically, Styrax benzoin, Lindera benzoin; a Benjamin bush.
- (UK, slang, dated) A kind of upper coat for men.
- (US, slang) Alternative letter-case form of Benjamin: a US $100 bill.
Example Sentences
something which is not long enough to constitute a benjamin, and too long for a dress coat or spencer
How the young man from Cambridge sulkily put his five great-coats in front; but was reconciled when little Miss Sharp was made to quit the carriage, and mount up beside him—when he covered her up in one of his Benjamins, and became perfectly good-humoured—
Word Forms
- benjamins
Synonyms for benjamin
Depending on context, synonyms include benzoin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include benzoin, rightwing, ben, denis, franklin, runt.
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