bean-fed

A bean-fed puppy chases a bouncing ball in the yard.

Definition

1. Adjective (informal):
   • Full of energy and enthusiasm: "bean-fed" describes someone who is lively, spirited, and vigorous. The term originates from the idea that beans provide substantial nourishment, leading to increased vitality.

Usage Examples

• (The children were energetic and eager to start the activity.)
• (The team was spirited and full of energy during the game.)

Advanced Usage

• "to be bean-fed": to be in a state of high energy or excitement.
  • Even after working all night, she was bean-fed and continued working on her project. (She remained energetic and enthusiastic despite fatigue.)

Variants and Related Words

• Bean (n): the edible seed of various plants, often associated with providing energy.
  • He ate a bowl of beans for breakfast to feel more bean-fed. (He consumed beans to boost his energy levels.)

Synonyms

• Energetic: possessing or displaying energy.
• Lively: full of life and activity.
• Spirited: showing courage, energy, or enthusiasm.

Related Idioms

• Full of beans: (idiom) energetic and lively; often used synonymously with "bean-fed."
  • The puppy was full of beans, running around the yard without stopping. (The puppy was very energetic.)

Phrasal Verbs

(None directly associated with "bean-fed" as an adjective; however, the verb "to feed on beans" can imply gaining energy from a specific source.) - Feed on: to consume something for sustenance or energy. - The athlete feeds on beans to stay bean-fed before competitions. (He eats beans to maintain high energy levels.)