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Definition of garbanzo bean

garbanzo bean

Plural:garbanzo beans
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1

North American The round, edible, pale yellow seed of a leguminous plant native to the Mediterranean and Middle East, widely used in dishes such as hummus, salads, and stews.

Example

"She added a can of rinsed garbanzo beans to the salad for an extra boost of protein."

2

North American The leguminous, bushy plant (Cicer arietinum) of the pea family that produces these edible seeds in small pods.

Example

"The farmer decided to rotate his crops by planting garbanzo beans to help naturally restore nitrogen to the soil."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The term 'garbanzo bean' is predominantly used in American English, whereas 'chickpea' is the standard term in British, Australian, and global English.

• Nearby Words

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Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Garbanzo bean. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/garbanzo-bean
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