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Synonyms
boon1 (bōōn)

[Middle English bone, from Old Norse bōn, prayer.]

noun 

  1. A benefit bestowed, especially one bestowed in response to a request.
  2. A timely blessing or benefit: A brisk breeze is a boon to sailors.
boon2 (bōōn)

[Middle English bon, good, from Old French, from Latin bonus.]

adjective 

  1. Convivial; jolly: a boon companion to all.
  2. Archaic Favorable.