broadbean
broadbean is the alternative form of broad bean.
Meaning of broad bean
Noun
broad bean (plural broad beans)
- An edible bean that has broad seeds (Vicia faba).
- The term 'bean' originally referred to the seed of the broad bean.
- Synonyms:
- Faba sativa, bell bean, English bean, European bean, faba bean, fava bean, field bean, horse bean, pigeon bean, tic bean
Forms of broadbean
| plural | broadbeans |
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Questions about broadbean
- What is broadbean the alternative form of?
- Broadbean is the alternative form of broad bean.
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