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Definition of cannellini

cannellini

/ˌkæn.əˈliː.ni/
can · nel · li · ni
Plural:cannellini
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• noun

1

A large, white variety of kidney bean widely used in Italian cuisine, known for its smooth texture, thin skin, and mild, nutty flavor when cooked.

Example

"She simmered the cannellini with fresh sage, garlic, and olive oil to prepare a traditional Tuscan side dish."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In English, 'cannellini' is most frequently used attributively to modify the word 'beans' (as in 'cannellini beans'), though it routinely stands alone as a plural noun in culinary contexts.

• Rhymes for cannellini

• Nearby Words

canistel
canister
canna
cannellini
cannellini bean
cannoli
cannon

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Italian 'cannellini', the plural of 'cannellino', which is a diminutive of 'cannello' (small tube), ultimately deriving from the Latin 'canna' (cane or reed).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cannellini. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cannellini
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