What does lima bean mean?

Definitions for lima bean
ˈlaɪ məli·ma bean

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. sieva bean, butter bean, butter-bean plant, lima bean, Phaseolus lunatusnoun

    bush bean plant cultivated especially in southern United States having small flat edible seeds

  2. lima bean, lima bean plant, Phaseolus limensisnoun

    bush or tall-growing bean plant having large flat edible seeds

  3. lima beannoun

    broad flat beans simmered gently; never eaten raw

Wiktionary

  1. lima beannoun

    Another name for the butter bean or Phaseolus lunatus

Wikipedia

  1. Lima bean

    A lima bean (Phaseolus lunatus), also commonly known as the butter bean, sieva bean, double bean, Madagascar bean, or wax bean is a legume grown for its edible seeds or beans.

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  1. lima bean

    A lima bean is a type of bean with a buttery flavor and a starchy yet creamy texture. Its name comes from the city of Lima, Peru. This legume is either flat or slightly crescent-shaped, and can be green or off-white in color. It is a nutritious source of protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. Lima beans are used in a wide variety of dishes and can be eaten fresh, dried, canned or frozen.

Wikidata

  1. Lima Bean

    Phaseolus lunatus is a legume. It is grown for its seed, which is eaten as a vegetable. It is commonly known as the lima bean or butter bean.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of lima bean in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of lima bean in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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