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Bean Definition & Meaning

bean
noun
  1. any of various edible seeds of plants of the family Leguminosae used for food
  2. any of various seeds or fruits that are beans or resemble beans
  3. any of various leguminous plants grown for their edible seeds and pods
  4. informal terms for a human head
verb
  1. hit on the head, especially with a pitched baseball

"Bean" in song lyrics

See how bean is used in real songs:

  • "If you dis the goon group because you left a bean"
    7L & Esoteric — Herb
  • "And your protein and your soy bean"
    Aceyalone — Super Human Hip Hop Head
  • "Three Fosgate 12's never pull up quiet like Mr. Bean"
    Ali f/ St. Lunatics — Cool as Hell

Usage tips for "bean"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bean" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bean to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does bean mean?
any of various edible seeds of plants of the family Leguminosae used for food any of various seeds or fruits that are beans or resemble beans any of various leguminous plants grown for their edible seeds and pods informal terms for a human head hit on the head, especially with a pitched baseball
What part of speech is bean?
Bean is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does bean have?
Bean has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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