Runner Bean (Noun)
Meaning 1
Tropical American bean with red flowers and mottled black beans similar to Phaseolus vulgaris but perennial; a preferred food bean in Great Britain.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The garden was filled with a variety of colorful flowers, including the vibrant red blooms of the runner bean.
- In the UK, runner beans are a staple crop in many home gardens, prized for their tender pods and flavorful beans.
- The recipe called for a cup of sliced runner beans, which added a delightful crunch to the summer salad.
- Runner beans are a hardy perennial in tropical America, but in cooler climates they are often grown as an annual.
- At the farmer's market, the vendor offered a special deal on fresh runner beans, picked that morning from her garden.
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Meaning 2
Long bean pods usually sliced into half-inch lengths; a favorite in Britain.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.