flageolet

noun (1)

fla·geo·let | \ ˌfla-jə-ˈlet

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Definition of flageolet

(Entry 1 of 2)

: a small fipple flute resembling the treble recorder

flageolet

noun (2)

Definition of flageolet (Entry 2 of 2)

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

History and Etymology for flageolet

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

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