Mung (Noun)
Meaning 1
Seed of the mung bean plant used for food.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
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Meaning 2
Erect bushy annual widely cultivated in warm regions of India and Indonesia and United States for forage and especially its edible seeds; chief source of bean sprouts used in Chinese cookery; sometimes placed in genus Phaseolus.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
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Meaning 3
Seed of the mung bean plant; used for food.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Mung is a popular ingredient in many Asian dishes, particularly in Chinese and Korean cuisine.
- The mung was sprouted and added to the salad for extra nutrition and crunch.
- In some Asian cultures, mung is considered a symbol of good luck and prosperity.
- The mung was cooked and mashed to make a delicious and healthy side dish.
- Mung is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from soups to stir-fries.