black bean
The term "black bean" can refer to different types of beans used in various cuisines and a specific tree in Australia.
Definition
A2Cuisine
(common)A small, black legume known for its rich flavor, commonly used in Latin American and Caribbean dishes.
Example
- Black beans are often used in burritos and soups.
- She made a delicious black bean salad.
B1Cuisine
(common)A type of soybean used in East Asian cooking, often fermented.
Example
- Fermented black beans are a key ingredient in many Chinese dishes.
- She added fermented black beans to the stir-fry for extra flavor.
C1Botany
(technical, regional)An Australian tree known as Castanospermum australe, used in furniture manufacture.
Example
- The black bean tree is native to Australia and is also known as the Moreton Bay chestnut.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "black bean":
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