green bean

noun

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

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Classic green bean casserole comes together with just five ingredients, and grandma probably didn't even need to follow a recipe to pull it together. Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025 Canned green beans are still a healthy, practical choice—especially for convenience or budget reasons—though choosing low-sodium versions or rinsing them helps reduce salt. Sherri Gordon, Health, 21 Dec. 2025 The list includes two three- to five-pound Marketside spiral hams, gravy, potatoes, sweet potatoes, macaroni and cheese, green bean casserole and vegetable sides, as well as pumpkin and pecan pie ingredients. Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 19 Dec. 2025 My grandmother always raved about the sides, especially the mac and cheese and green beans. Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 3 Dec. 2025 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 7 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

green bean

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