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American actor and singer (born 1966)
David Benoit (born 1966) is an American actor and singer most known for being a replacement in the original Broadway run of Les Miserables. His most recent
David_Benoit_(actor)
Name list
Anglican priest David Benoit (born 1953), American jazz pianist David Benoit (actor) (born 1966), American actor and singer David Benoit (basketball) (born
Benoît
Topics referred to by the same term
David Benoit may refer to: David Benoit (born 1953), American jazz pianist David Benoit (actor) (born 1966), American actor and singer David Benoit (basketball)
David_Benoit_(disambiguation)
French actor (born 1974)
Benoît Magimel (French: [bənwa maʒimɛl]; born 11 May 1974) is a French actor. He was 14 when he appeared in his first film, and has starred in a variety
Benoît_Magimel
Belgian cinematographer
Benoît Debie (born 1968) is a Belgian cinematographer, known for his collaborations with Gaspar Noé. Debie attended the Institut des Arts de Diffusion
Benoît_Debie
French actor
Benoît Régent (19 December 1953 – 22 October 1994) was a French actor. He was born in Nantes. He died at the age of 41 of a ruptured aneurysm in Zürich
Benoît_Régent
English actor (born 1963)
David Wheeler (born 20 March 1963), better known as David Thewlis (/ˈθjuːlɪs/), is an English actor and filmmaker. He has won one Cannes Film Festival
David_Thewlis
French actor (born 1996)
Benjamin Voisin (born 14 December 1996) is a French actor. For his role as David Gorman in the 2020 drama film Summer of 85, he shared the Lumière Award
Benjamin_Voisin
2001 film by Michael Haneke
disequilibrium, who enters into a sadomasochistic relationship with her student (Benoît Magimel). A co-production between France and Austria, Haneke was given the
The_Piano_Teacher_(film)
Mystery film series
with Benoit Blanc (played by Daniel Craig) being the only recurring character across the 3 films. These films include a wide cast of notable actors, including
Knives_Out_(film_series)
American actor (1964–2019)
Benjamin, Benoit (2012). Good RX V: Grinding Out an American Dream. Bloomington, Indiana: AuthorHouse. pp. 68–69. ISBN 978-1468537031. Mansour, David (2005)
Philip_McKeon
British actor (born 1980)
alongside Angelina Jolie. The film was released May 2014. In 2015, he played Benoit Labarie in Saul Dibb's film adaptation of Irène Némirovsky's novel Suite
Sam_Riley
American actor (born 1981)
September 24, 1981) is an American actor. He is known for his portrayal of Josh on Cristela, Christopher Pelant on Bones, and David Clarke on Zoey's Extraordinary
Andrew_Leeds_(actor)
2012 comedy film directed by Harmony Korine
Best Supporting Actor (tied with Jared Leto for Dallas Buyers Club), National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor, and San Francisco
Spring_Breakers
French film actor
a French actor, director and screenwriter. He is best known for his collaboration with Benoît Delépine. In 1999, he joined his friend Benoît Delépine
Gustave_Kervern
Retrieved 11 June 2026. "Benoit Rousseau". Dignity Memorial (in French). Retrieved 27 April 2026. "'Halloween' Franchise Actor Beau Starr Dead at 81".
2026_in_film
Spanish actor (born 1965)
Sergi López i Ayats (born 22 December 1965) is a Spanish actor mostly known for his work on Dirty Pretty Things, Mine Alone, and Pan's Labyrinth. He has
Sergi_López_(actor)
2025 film by Rian Johnson
The film stars Daniel Craig, who reprises his role as master detective Benoit Blanc as he investigates the death of a Catholic priest against the backdrop
Wake_Up_Dead_Man
English actor (born 1968)
played Benoit Blanc in the Knives Out film series since 2019. He starred in the romantic drama Queer (2024), for which he was nominated for Best Actor at
Daniel_Craig
American actor, producer, & former professional wrestler (born 1971)
David Arquette (/ɑːrˈkɛt/ ar-KET; born September 8, 1971) is an American actor, producer, and retired professional wrestler. He began his acting career
David_Arquette
French actor
Jean-Benoît "JB" Blanc is a French actor who has worked on animations and video games in Los Angeles, coming from a drama education at the Royal Academy
JB_Blanc
American actor (born 1988)
American actor. Known for his work with auteurs and portrayal of eccentric characters, his accolades include a Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor and
Jesse_Plemons
2004 film
2004 French comedy/fantasy film directed by Yann Moix starring Belgian actor Benoît Poelvoorde, Jean-Paul Rouve and Julie Depardieu. Bernard Frédéric (Poelvoorde)
Podium_(film)
2018 film
surreal black comedy film written and directed by Quentin Dupieux. It stars Benoît Poelvoorde and Grégoire Ludig, alongside Marc Fraize, Anaïs Demoustier,
Keep_an_Eye_Out
American actor (born 1960)
Todd Spader (/ˈspeɪdər/ SPAY-dər; born February 7, 1960) is an American actor. He is known for often portraying morally ambiguous and eccentric characters
James_Spader
2016 film about Jesse Owens
to positive reviews, winning four Canadian Screen Awards, including Best Actor for James. In 1933, Jesse Owens attends Ohio State University; the first
Race_(2016_film)
2026 Belgian film and television awards ceremony
Television Series Baraki – Julien Vargas, Peter Ninane, Fred De Loof, David Mathy, Benoît Roland, and Nabil Ben Yadir (Tipik) ‡ Attraction – Barbara Abel,
15th_René_Awards
Golden Globe Award
Chocolate Factory (Johnny Depp, 2005), and Wonka (Timothée Chalamet, 2023) Benoit Blanc from Knives Out (Daniel Craig, 2019) and Glass Onion: A Knives Out
Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
Golden_Globe_Award_for_Best_Actor_in_a_Motion_Picture_–_Musical_or_Comedy
2018 film by Pierre Salvadori
Screenplay by Pierre Salvadori Benoît Graffin Benjamin Charbit Dialogue by Pierre Salvadori Produced by Philippe Martin David Thion Starring Adèle Haenel
The_Trouble_with_You
French actor and director (1947–2010)
Bernard René Giraudeau (18 June 1947 – 17 July 2010) was a French sailor, actor, film director, scriptwriter, producer and writer. He was born on 18 June
Bernard_Giraudeau
English actor (born 1957)
(/ˈspɔːl/ SPAWL; born 27 February 1957) is an English actor. He gained recognition for his character actor roles on stage and screen. In 2000, he was appointed
Timothy_Spall
American media mogul (1938–2026)
Opposition to Turner's colorization arose among cinephiles, film critics, actors, and directors. Film critic Roger Ebert wrote that broadcasting a colorized
Ted_Turner
French actor (born 1972)
(French pronunciation: [ʒɑ̃ ɛdmɔ̃ dyʒaʁdɛ̃] ; born 19 June 1972) is a French actor and comedian. He began his career as a stand-up comedian in Paris before
Jean_Dujardin
Awards ceremony
honour the best French films of 2022. Actor Tahar Rahim presided over the ceremony, which was hosted by actors Emmanuelle Devos, Léa Drucker, Eye Haïdara
48th_César_Awards
Algerian-French actor (born 1977)
رضا كاتب; born 27 July 1977) is a French actor. Kateb was born in Ivry-sur-Seine, France, to an Algerian actor, Malek-Eddine Kateb, and a French nurse
Reda_Kateb
2014 film by James Marsh
praise for the musical score by Jóhann Jóhannsson, the cinematography by Benoît Delhomme, and the performances of Jones and Redmayne. It was also a global
The Theory of Everything (2014 film)
The_Theory_of_Everything_(2014_film)
Awards ceremony
Dany Boon, Bastien Bouillon, Audrey Diwan, Ana Girardot, Diane Kruger, Benoît Magimel, Paul Mirabel, Nadia Tereszkiewicz and Jean-Pascal Zadi. Agnès Jaoui
49th_César_Awards
American actor and professional wrestler (born 1969)
David Michael Bautista Jr. (born January 18, 1969) is an American actor and retired professional wrestler. Regarded as one of the most prolific professional
Dave_Bautista
American actor (1950–2022)
William McChord Hurt (March 20, 1950 – March 13, 2022) was an American actor. Known for his performances on stage and screen, he received various accolades
William_Hurt
French actor and filmmaker (born 1959)
Kassovitz, Benoît Jacquot, Jean-Jacques Beineix, Diane Kurys, Claude Pinoteau, Pierre Jolivet. In 2005, he won the Swann d'Or for best actor at the Cabourg
Vincent_Lindon
American actor
Matt McCoy (born May 20, 1958) is an American actor. His credits include L.A. Confidential as Brett Chase, The Hand that Rocks the Cradle as Michael Bartel
Matt_McCoy_(actor)
Israeli-born French actor and director (born 1965)
atal]; Hebrew: איוואן אטל; born (1965-01-04)4 January 1965) is a French actor, scriptwriter and film director. Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, to Algerian-Jewish
Yvan_Attal
American television series
teacher Harvey Weskit; Georgiann Johnson as Harvey's wife, Marge; Patricia Benoit as school nurse Nancy Remington; Marion Lorne as oft-confused English teacher
Mister_Peepers
French actor and director (born 1967)
August 1967) is a French actor, film director, film producer and screenwriter. He has won three César Awards: Most Promising Actor for See How They Fall
Mathieu_Kassovitz
2019 French film awards ceremony
Cinematography Benoît Debie — The Sisters Brothers Benoît Debie — Climax Laurent Desmet — Mademoiselle de Joncquières Julien Hirsch — One Nation, One King David Ungaro
24th_Lumière_Awards
French actor (born 1942)
(born 19 December 1942), better known by his stage name Rufus, is a French actor best known to international film audiences for his performance as Raphaël
Rufus_(actor)
English actor (born 1943)
Paul Freeman (born 18 January 1943) is an English actor who has appeared in theatre, television and film. Internationally, he is known for playing the
Paul_Freeman_(actor)
Australian actor (born 1985)
Full Cast & Crew". TV Guide. Retrieved 22 May 2026. "EAMON FARREN – Actor / Adam, Benoit Tremet – Girl Asleep". 13 September 2015. Paulson, Michael (18 January
Eamon_Farren
1974 live album by David Bowie
"American album certifications – David Bowie – David Live". Recording Industry Association of America. Clerc, Benoît (2021). David Bowie All the Songs: The Story
David_Live
German actor
Christian Redl (born 20 April 1948) is a German actor and singer. Christian Redl is the son of a teacher. He grew up in Kassel, trained from 1967 to 1970
Christian_Redl
Canadian actor and director (born 1979)
Jacob Daniel Tierney (born September 26, 1979) is a Canadian actor, director, screenwriter, and producer of film and television. He is the co-creator
Jacob_Tierney
2021 Canadian film
Toussaint, Chloe Babcook, Vincent Cheng, Jana Benoit, Lisa Huynh, Mavourneen Varcoe-Ryan, Beth Fotheringham, David Allan Pearson, Matt Shay, Quinn Hubscher
Drinkwater_(film)
1987 film by Bob Clark
Elizabeth Perkins as Jo Ann John Hurt as Douglas Benoit Darren McGavin as Craig Duncan Dan Monahan as Larry David Alan Grier as Steve Hadley Nancy Marchand as
From_the_Hip_(film)
American actor (1941–2019)
October 11, 2019), known professionally as Robert Forster, was an American actor. He made his screen debut as Private L.G. Williams in John Huston's Reflections
Robert_Forster
writer and politician. Jean-Benoît Meybeck, 53, French comic book author and illustrator. Ricardo de Pascual, 85, Mexican actor (El Chavo del Ocho, Senda
Deaths_in_April_2026
American actor (born 1946)
Thomas Lee Jones (born September 15, 1946) is an American actor, film director, and former football player. He has received various accolades including
Tommy_Lee_Jones
American character actor (born 1961)
Corey Johnson (born John William Johnson; May 17, 1961) is an American actor largely active in the United Kingdom, known for his supporting roles in Hellboy
Corey_Johnson_(actor)
2024 Italian film by Andrea Segre
Ambition' Lead Italian David Di Donatello Nominations – Full List". Deadline. Retrieved 7 April 2025. Goodfellow, Melanie (7 May 2025). "David Di Donatellos:
The_Great_Ambition
2019 film by Rian Johnson
and directed by Rian Johnson. The film's eleven-actor ensemble cast is led by Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc, a famed private detective who is summoned
Knives_Out
French actor (born 1964)
Lionel Abelanski (born 22 October 1964) is a French actor. Abelanski was born in Paris, France. He has appeared in television and film roles since 1989
Lionel_Abelanski
Belgian actor
Ghislain Joseph Damiens (French: [damjɛ̃]; born 17 January 1973) is a Belgian actor, comedian, and media personality. Damiens has appeared in more than 50 films
François_Damiens
1973 song by David Bowie
"Cracked Actor" is a song by the English musician David Bowie, released on his sixth studio album Aladdin Sane (1973). The track was also issued as a single
Cracked_Actor_(song)
Irish actor and singer (1930–2002)
player. It was based on the novel by David Storey and directed by Lindsay Anderson. For his role, Harris won Best Actor in 1963 at the Cannes Film Festival
Richard_Harris
French adaptation of The Office sitcom
the Cogirep Villepinte branch. He is based on David Brent. Xavier Robic: Félix Pradier, trainee. Benoît Carré: Joel Liotard, Assistant to the Regional
Le_Bureau
French actor (1965–2021)
Cassignard (19 December 1965 – 20 December 2021) was a French stage and screen actor. Pierre Cassignard was born in Sainte-Foy-la-Grande in Grionde, France,
Pierre_Cassignard
American mixed martial artist (born 1987)
Archived from the original on August 8, 2021. Retrieved August 8, 2021. Avila, David A. (March 2, 2015). "Rousey lifts female fighters into the spotlight". Riverside
Ronda_Rousey
American actor (born 1957)
tər-TOOR-oh, Italian: [turˈturro]; born February 28, 1957) is an American actor and filmmaker. He is known for his varied roles in independent films, as
John_Turturro
British actor (1912–1983)
1912 – 31 March 1983) was an English cinema, radio, theatre and television actor. A member of Clan Murray headed by the Duke of Atholl, he was born in Partney
Stephen_Murray_(actor)
2017 film
Brandenbourger and Ben Yadir, who also produced alongside Peter Bouckaert and Benoit Roland. It was screened at the Beaune International Film Festival on 30
Blind_Spot_(2017_film)
French actor and comedian (born 1977)
February 1977), known as Fred Testot (French: [fʁɛd tɛsto]), is a French actor, comedian and filmmaker. Since his extensive collaboration with Omar Sy
Fred_Testot
2023 French film awards ceremony
Benoît Magimel, Best Actor winner
28th_Lumière_Awards
official website of the festival lists only 5 films in which she acted. Benoît Magimel also acted in La Haine (1995), which is not listed on the official
List of Cannes Film Festival records
List_of_Cannes_Film_Festival_records
American actor
Neal Huff is an American actor from New York City. In April 2018, he performed as Willie Oban in the Broadway revival of The Iceman Cometh. In December
Neal_Huff
Spanish actor (born 1960)
10 August 1960), known professionally as Antonio Banderas, is a Spanish actor. Known for his work in films of several genres, he has received numerous
Antonio_Banderas
2011 film
on Montiel's book. The film is Dito Montiel's third collaboration with actor Channing Tatum. In 2002, Jonathan White is a rookie police officer under
The_Son_of_No_One
American actor (born 1980)
David (May 23, 2004). "Jake's Progress". The Times. Archived from the original on June 15, 2011. Retrieved September 19, 2006. Denizet-Lewis, Benoit.
Jake_Gyllenhaal
Belgian film award
cinematic achievements. The 1st Magritte Awards ceremony was held in 2011 with Benoît Biral, Valene Leroy, Julien Paschal, and Fred Pie receiving the award for
Magritte_Award_for_Best_Sound
1990 television documentary
Brown including "Little Birdie" by Joe Williams, "Linus and Lucy" by David Benoit and "Joe Cool" by B.B. King. The special was released on VHS through
You Don't Look 40, Charlie Brown
You_Don't_Look_40,_Charlie_Brown
American actor Jack Nicholson is one of only seven performers to have won three Academy Awards in the acting categories, and is the most nominated male
List of awards and nominations received by Jack Nicholson
List_of_awards_and_nominations_received_by_Jack_Nicholson
French actor (1971–2008)
2025. Smith, David James. "Guillaume Depardieu: total eclipse of the son". The Times. London. Retrieved 4 February 2023. Leprince, Benoît (16 October 2008)
Guillaume_Depardieu
Awards ceremony
Wife – Thierry François Love Affair(s) – David Faivre De Gaulle – Nicolas De Boiscuillé Summer of 85 – Benoît Barouh Best Documentary Film (presented by
46th_César_Awards
American actor and musician
Caleb Landry Jones is an American actor and musician. He first gained recognition for his supporting roles as Banshee in X-Men: First Class (2011), Jeremy
Caleb_Landry_Jones
awards and nominations received by Javier Bardem. Javier Bardem is a Spanish actor. Over his career he has received several awards including an Academy Award
List of awards and nominations received by Javier Bardem
List_of_awards_and_nominations_received_by_Javier_Bardem
Moroccan actor, filmmaker and writer
directed by Angelina Maccarone and the five times César Awards winner, Benoît Magimel in the upcoming big budget French diptych, De Gaulle, directed by
Soufiane_El_Khalidy
2015 European comedy film
Lorenzini as Victor (the scribe) Yolande Moreau as God's wife David Murgia as JC, Ea's brother Benoît Poelvoorde as God Laura Verlinden as Aurélie (first apostle)
The_Brand_New_Testament
2003 Canadian film
Seduction') is a 2003 Quebec comedy film, starring Raymond Bouchard, Benoît Brière, David Boutin and Lucie Laurier. It is the first film directed by Jean-François
Seducing_Doctor_Lewis
French actor, director, writer and producer (born 1952)
(French pronunciation: [tjɛʁi lɛʁˈmit]; born 24 November 1952) is a French actor, director, writer and producer, best known for his comedic roles. He was
Thierry_Lhermitte
2004 American film
"Behind the Scenes" bonus feature, narrated by director Michael Gallant and actor Jason Stuart, reveal the film is mostly unscripted and improvised. Stuart
10_Attitudes
American actor (1913–1965)
actor who worked in his native land, as well as Italy and the United Kingdom. Kitzmiller achieved his greatest fame as a popular and versatile actor in
John_Kitzmiller
American actor (born 1938)
Jonathan Paul Voight (/vɔɪt/ VOYT; born December 29, 1938) is an American actor. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades, including an
Jon_Voight
People in files on Jeffrey Epstein
on November 16, 2025. Retrieved February 1, 2026. Safdar, Khadeeja; Benoit, David (April 30, 2023). "Epstein's Private Calendar Reveals Prominent Names
List of people named in the Epstein files
List_of_people_named_in_the_Epstein_files
des Simpson, Benoit Rousseau, s'éteint". Le Journal de Montréal (in French). April 24, 2026. Retrieved April 26, 2026. Actor, Voice Actor Bill Wise Dies
2026_in_animation
on April 20, 2023. Retrieved April 20, 2023. "An Interview with Yasmin Benoit & Clara Josefine". Aislin Magazine. December 28, 2018. Archived from the
List of people on the asexual spectrum
List_of_people_on_the_asexual_spectrum
Danish actor (born 1965)
ditsʰmɛːn ˈme̝kl̩sn̩] ; born 22 November 1965) is a Danish actor. He rose to fame in Denmark as an actor for his roles such as Tonny in the first two films of
Mads_Mikkelsen
Australian actor (born 1940)
Australian actor and a major figure of Australian cinema, particularly Australian New Wave. He is best known for his role as a lead actor in several acclaimed
Jack_Thompson_(actor)
Belgian actor (born 1965)
Philippe "Bouli" Lanners (born 20 May 1965) is a Belgian actor, author and film director. His film The Giants was nominated for twelve Magritte Awards
Bouli_Lanners
American superhero thriller and psychological horror film series
and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. The franchise features the character David Dunn, a man who discovers he has the abilities of a superhero. The series
Unbreakable_(film_series)
American actor and filmmaker (born 1937)
April 22, 1937) is an American retired actor and filmmaker. Nicholson is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of the 20th century, often playing
Jack_Nicholson
American actor (born 1975)
Wayne Hatosy (/hætəsi/ HAT-ə-see; born December 29, 1975) is an American actor and director. He is best known for his roles in the films In & Out (1997)
Shawn_Hatosy
French actress (born 1985)
Festival, where it was met with critical acclaim. Critics praised director Benoît Jacquot's decision to cast Seydoux in the key-role of Sidonie, stating "her
Léa_Seydoux
DAVID BENOIT-ACTOR
DAVID BENOIT-ACTOR
Girl/Female
Christian & English(British/American/Australian)
Feminie of David
Male
French
Old French surname derived from Latin Benedictus, BENEOIT means "blessed."Â
Male
Portuguese
Brazilian Portuguese form of Hebrew David, DAVI means "beloved."
Boy/Male
Australian, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Portuguese, Swiss
Italian Form of David; Beloved; Dear One
Girl/Female
American, Australian, British, Christian, English, French, German, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Indian, Latin, Swedish
Beloved; Feminine of David; Friend; Darling
Male
English
English surname transferred to forename use, from Hebrew David, DAVIS means "beloved."
Male
Norse
Old Norse form of Hebrew David, DAVIÃ means "beloved."
Female
Spanish
Feminine form of Spanish Benito, BENITA means "blessed."
Male
Polish
Polish form of Hebrew David, DAWID means "beloved."
Boy/Male
American, Australian, British, Christian, Danish, English, French, Hebrew, Irish
Cherished; Beloved; Variant of David Beloved; Diminutive of David
Girl/Female
English
Beloved. Feminine of David.
Male
Swedish
Modern form of Swedish Benkt, BENGT means "blessed."Â
Boy/Male
American, Anglo, Australian, British, Chinese, Christian, English, French, German, Hebrew, Scottish
Son of David; David's Son; Dear One; Beloved
Male
Yiddish
Yiddish form of Hebrew David, DOVID means "beloved."
Male
English
 English pet form of Hebrew David, DAVIE means "beloved." Compare with another form of Davie.
Male
Italian
Italian form of Hebrew David, DAVIDE means "beloved."
Female
Norwegian
Variant form of Norwegian Bergit, BERIT means "exalted one."
Boy/Male
Australian, Finnish
Form of David
Girl/Female
American, Australian, British, English, Hebrew
Beloved; Feminine Form of David
Female
English
(דָוִידָה) Feminine form of Hebrew David, DAVIDA means "beloved."
DAVID BENOIT-ACTOR
DAVID BENOIT-ACTOR
Boy/Male
Indian, Sanskrit
Roaming; Cloud; Elephant
Female
Native American
Native American Sioux name HANTAYWEE means "faithful."
Girl/Female
Gujarati, Indian, Kannada
Soft in Nature
Surname or Lastname
English
English : habitational name from Winkfield, a place in Berkshire named from an unattested Old English personal name Wineca + Old English feld ‘open country’.
Male
Irish
Irish Gaelic form of English Geoffrey, probably SÉAFRA means "God's peace."Â
Girl/Female
Celebrity, Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Rajasthani, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu, Traditional
Beautiful
Girl/Female
Hindu
Mastery, Wealth, Superior
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
Large Settlement
Boy/Male
Indian
Slave of the excellence, Servant of the glorious, Servant of the noble
Girl/Female
Australian, British, English
Bright Meadow
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a.
The common yellow-flowered avens of Europe (Geum urbanum); herb bennet. The name is sometimes given to other plants, as the hemlock, valerian, etc.
v.
The state of being curved, crooked, or inclined from a straight line; flexure; curvity; as, the bent of a bow.
n.
The spicebush (Lindera benzoin).
n.
A white crystalline substance, C14H12O2, obtained from benzoic aldehyde and some other sources.
n.
Curved arms of timber or iron, projecting over a ship's side of stern, having tackle to raise or lower a boat, swing it in on deck, rig it out for lowering, etc.; -- called also boat davits.
a. & p. p.
Changed by pressure so as to be no longer straight; crooked; as, a bent pin; a bent lever.
a.
Longing eagerly for; eager; greedy.
imp.
of Bespit
p. p.
of Bespit
a.
Timid; fearful.
n.
A spar formerly used on board of ships, as a crane to hoist the flukes of the anchor to the top of the bow, without injuring the sides of the ship; -- called also the fish davit.
a.
Of or pertaining to David, the king and psalmist of Israel, or to his family.
n.
A resinous substance, dry and brittle, obtained from the Styrax benzoin, a tree of Sumatra, Java, etc., having a fragrant odor, and slightly aromatic taste. It is used in the preparation of benzoic acid, in medicine, and as a perfume.
a. & p. p.
Strongly inclined toward something, so as to be resolved, determined, set, etc.; -- said of the mind, character, disposition, desires, etc., and used with on; as, to be bent on going to college; he is bent on mischief.
a.
Avid.
n.
A writer or composer of sacred songs; -- a title particularly applied to David and the other authors of the Scriptural psalms.
n.
Progeny; offspring; children; descendants; as, the seed of Abraham; the seed of David.
v. i.
To gain advantage; to make improvement; to profit; as, he will benefit by the change.
a.
Pertaining to, or obtained from, benzoin.