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

Recent Examples on the Web

Chickpeas, green beans, onions, capers, and a simple homemade vinaigrette come together in a side dish that’s both fresh and filling. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 23 July 2026

The stainless set perfectly sears salmon skin, and gives a quick char to green beans or any other sautéed veggie without mushing up the interior. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 20 July 2026

These Southern side options include everything from seasoned rice, cole slaw, green beans, macaroni and cheese, and fried apples to steak fries and pinto beans. — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 19 July 2026

His menu often features dependable family favorites, such as beef tacos, chicken tacos, spaghetti and meatballs, and pork tenderloin with green beans and rolls. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 12 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1526, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for green bean

• agin
• alkene
• allene
• ameen
• amin
• arene
• athene
• baleen
• beeline
• benzene
• between
• bromine

Kids Definition

green bean

noun

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