What's the difference between badian and banian?

Badian

Definition:

• (n.) An evergreen Chinese shrub of the Magnolia family (Illicium anisatum), and its aromatic seeds; Chinese anise; star anise.

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Banian

Definition:

• (n.) A Hindoo trader, merchant, cashier, or money changer.
• (n.) A man's loose gown, like that worn by the Banians.
• (n.) The Indian fig. See Banyan.

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