flageolet

1 of 2

noun (1)

fla·​geo·​let ˌfla-jə-ˈlet  -ˈlā 

: a small fipple flute resembling the treble recorder

flageolet

2 of 2

noun (2)

: a usually pale green immature kidney bean used especially in French cuisine

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

French, from Old French flajolet, from flajol flute, from Vulgar Latin *flabeolum, from Latin flare to blow — more at blow

Noun (2)

French, diminutive of flageolle kidney bean, modification of Italian fagiolo, from Latin phaseolus — more at frijole

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1659, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1877, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

flageolet

noun

fla·​geo·​let

ˌflaj-ə-ˈlet

: a musical instrument resembling a flute but with a whistle mouthpiece