beano

1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈbē-(ˌ)nō

plural beanos

British

: a noisy festive celebration

beano

2 of 2

noun (2)

plural beanos

: bingo

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

alteration of beanfeast festive occasion

Noun (2)

by alteration

First Known Use

Noun (1)

circa 1908, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1925, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of beano was circa 1908

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Last Updated: 4 Nov 2025 - Definition revised

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