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bean
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Definitions

  1. 1. legume (esp. edible legumes or their seeds, e.g. beans, peas, pulses)
  2. 2. bean
  3. 3. soya bean (Glycine max)
  4. 4. female genitalia (esp. the clitoris)
Refers to beans or legumes in general, such as soybeans, peas, or kidney beans. It is a staple word in Japanese cooking, as beans feature heavily in traditional Japanese cuisine. It can also mean someone who is diligent or hardworking as a separate usage.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A bean rolled to the edge of the plate and I chased it around with my chopsticks.

Sentence 2

I want to work a bean dish into the menu at least once a week.

Sentence 3

My kid will eat anything except beans — just refuses them.

Sentence 4

The proposal will include a low-carb menu item using beans.

Sentence 5

Tomorrow I am definitely making bean soup — no excuses.