Definition of flageolet
: a small fipple flute resembling the treble recorder
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Origin and Etymology of flageolet
French, from Old French flajolet, from flajol flute, from Vulgar Latin *flabeolum, from Latin flare to blow — more at blow
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Definition of flageolet
: a usually pale green immature kidney bean used especially in French cuisine
Origin and Etymology of flageolet
French, diminutive of flageolle kidney bean, modification of Italian fagiolo, from Latin phaseolus — more at frijole
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