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bean

The word “bean” has 1 syllable: bean

It's pronounced as /biːn/

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In the thesaurus, “bean” has 334 synonyms and 40 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for bean along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for bean

Antonyms for bean

Meanings of bean

  • noun
    1. A reusable software component written in Java.
    2. Any plant of several genera of the taxonomic family Fabaceae that produces large edible seeds or edible seedpods.
    3. The large edible seed of such a plant (for example, a broad bean, navy bean or garbanzo bean).
    4. The edible seedpod of such a plant.
    5. (by extension) The bean-like seed of certain other plants, such a a vanilla bean or (especially) a coffee bean.
    6. (by extension) An object resembling a pea or bean in shape, often made from plastic or styrofoam and used in large numbers as packing material or as stuffing for beanbags and similar items.
    7. The head or brain.
    8. The clitoris.
    9. A person.
    10. A guinea coin.
    11. (usually in the negative) Money.
  • verb
    1. To hit deliberately with a projectile, especially in the head.

Example Sentences

  • She added a bean to the soil to test its germination rate.
  • He accidentally spilled the bean soup all over the table.
  • Every morning, she grinds fresh coffee from whole bean packs.
  • The green bean casserole is a family favorite during the holidays.
  • They planted a bean sprout in the science experiment.

On this page you'll find 374 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to bean, such as: absurdity, absurdness, ace, animal spirits, animation, applesauce, ardor.

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