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Definition of butterbean

butterbean

/ˈbʌt.ərˌbiːn/
but · ter · bean
Plural:butterbeans
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butterbean Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A large, flat, pale-colored edible bean (Phaseolus lunatus) with a mild, creamy texture, commonly known as the lima bean.

Example

"She simmered the fresh butterbeans with herbs and olive oil until they were tender."

2

The climbing or bushy herbaceous legume plant of the family Fabaceae native to the Americas that produces these edible seeds.

Example

"The gardener planted rows of butterbeans along the trellis in late spring."

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• Nearby Words

butter bean
butter beans
butterball
butterbean
buttercream
buttercup
butterfat

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Butterbean. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/butterbean
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