green bean

noun

: a kidney bean that is used as a snap bean when the pods are colored green

Examples of green bean in a Sentence

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Leftover green bean casserole is a terrific filling for portobello mushrooms. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 30 Nov. 2024 Roasted brussels sprouts, crispy from a last-minute maple syrup drizzle, gooey green bean casserole, chunky cranberry sauce, glazed carrots, and pies. Brian T. Allen, National Review, 28 Nov. 2024 This year’s meal will include turkey, ham, collard greens, corn, green beans, dressing, rolls and sweet potatoes. Matt Hubbard, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024 When looking at additional side dishes, with the South, Northeast and Midwest adding ham, russet potatoes and green beans, this would mean a basket total of $81.07, $81.37, and $83.04, respectively. Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for green bean 

Word History

First Known Use

1526, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of green bean was in 1526

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“Green bean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/green%20bean. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

green bean

noun
: a kidney bean with the pods green when ready for harvest
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