bean

bean · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An edible seed that grows in pods, used as a vegetable.

  2. 2.

    A plant that produces beans.

  3. 3.

    The seed of various other plants, especially coffee.

  4. 4.

    [informal]A person's head.

  5. 5.

    [informal, dated]A small amount; nothing.

  6. 6.

    [informal]Hit someone on the head.

Forms

plural: beans

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    full of beans — Lively and energetic.
  • •
    spill the beans — Reveal a secret.
  • •
    not worth a bean — Worthless.
  • •
    bean counter — An accountant (derogatory).
  • •
    cool beans — An expression of approval.

Related words

See also: beans, coffee, legume, pea
Synonyms: legume, pulse

Etymology

From Old English bēan, from Proto-Germanic baunō.