Benton Definition & Meaning

benton
noun
  1. United States artist whose paintings portrayed life in the Midwest and South (1889-1975)
  2. United States legislator who opposed the use of paper currency (1782-1858)

"Benton" in song lyrics

See how benton is used in real songs:

  • "union bank of benton"
    AOL — AOL
  • "brook benton"
    AOL — AOL
  • "barbie benton"
    AOL — AOL

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