Lima-bean definition
Any of several varieties of a tropical American plant (Phaseolus lunatus) having flat pods containing large light-green or white edible seeds.
noun
A seed of this plant.
noun
A common variety of bean (Phaseolus limensis), with creamy flowers and broad pods.
noun
The broad, flat, nutritious seed of this plant.
noun
Alternative form of lima bean.
noun
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Noun
Singular:
lima-bean
Plural:
lima-beansOrigin of lima-bean
- After Lima Peru
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition