Lima Bean (Noun)
Meaning 1
Bush or tall-growing bean plant having large flat edible seeds.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
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Meaning 2
Broad flat beans simmered gently; never eaten raw.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- Lima beans are often added to hearty stews and soups where they can simmer gently for hours.
- She carefully sorted through the dried lima beans, removing any debris or stones before rinsing them.
- In this traditional recipe, lima beans are simmered in a flavorful broth with garlic and herbs.
- Lima beans can be cooked in a variety of ways, but they should never be eaten raw.
- The slow cooker was filled with a mixture of lima beans, diced vegetables, and aromatic spices.
Meaning 3
Bush bean plant cultivated especially in southern United States having small flat edible seeds.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.