Benjamin

Ben·ja·min  (bnj-mn)

In the Bible, the younger son of Jacob and Rachel and the forebear of one of the tribes of Israel.

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[Hebrew binymîn, son of the south : bn, son; see bn in Semitic roots + ymîn, south; see ymn in Semitic roots.]

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Benjamin, Asher 1773-1845.

American architect particularly noted for his books, such as The American Builder's Companion (1806), which popularized late colonial and Greek Revival designs throughout New England.

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Benjamin, Judah Philip 1811-1884.

British-born American politician who served as Confederate secretary of war (1861-1862) and secretary of state (1862-1865).

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ben·ja·min  (bnj-mn)

n.

See benzoin.

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[Alteration (influenced by the name Benjamin) of benjoin, benzoin; see benzoin.]

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	benjamin - gum resin used especially in treating skin irritation asa dulcis, benzoin, gum benjamin, gum benzoin gum resin - a mixture of resin and gum
	2.	Benjamin - (Old Testament) the youngest and best-loved son of Jacob and Rachel and one of the twelve forebears of the tribes of Israel Old Testament - the collection of books comprising the sacred scripture of the Hebrews and recording their history as the chosen people; the first half of the Christian Bible