mung

/mʌŋ/; /mɒŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

The bean from which mung beansprouts are obtained, or the sprouted bean itself.

“She added mung to the stir-fry for extra protein.”

2. verb

To remove the seeds or beans from a pod, especially by hand.

“The farmer munged the bean pods to collect the seeds.”

3. verb

To remove (the seeds or beans) from a pod.

“The machine munged the bean pods.”

4. verb

To extract (the seeds or beans) from a pod.

“The laborer munged the bean pods by hand.”

Synonyms

  • de-seed
  • dehusk
  • extract

Antonyms

  • add
  • insert