flageolet

/flɑʒəˈlɛ/ or /ˌflæʒoʊˈleɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a variety of small, flat, green or purple bean, typically used in French cuisine

“This recipe requires cooking flageolets in a flavorful broth.”

2. noun

the seed pod of the flageolet bean, used as a vegetable

“The flageolet pods add a delicious texture to this salad.”

Synonyms

  • broad bean
  • butter bean

Antonyms

  • large bean