This is the 7070th most frequent Russian word.
бенуа
The Russian word "бенуа" typically refers to the Benois family, a prominent artistic dynasty, or something associated with them, such as the Benois Madonna. It does not have a standalone definition beyond this context.
In this sentence, "бенуа" is used as a proper noun, referring to a specific person's name, Benois.
Бенуа был известным архитектором.
Benois was a famous architect.
Here, "бенуа" again represents a specific individual's name, mentioned in the context of his works.
Вы слышали рассказ о бенуа и его проектах?
Have you heard the story about Benois and his projects?
Lastly, "бенуа" is referenced as a name associated with a particular art or architectural style, indicating recognition in their field.