Definition

Noun: 1. A type of small, flat, green bean that is similar in appearance and use to a lima bean. It is typically a dried bean used in cooking.

Usage

• The term "civet bean" is used to refer to the dried seed of a particular legume plant, primarily in culinary contexts.
• It is often found in recipes calling for dried beans, where it is soaked and then cooked.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The soup recipe calls for one cup of dried civet beans, soaked overnight.
  • You can substitute civet beans for lima beans in this stew.

Advanced Usage

• While "civet bean" is a specific term, it is not as common as "lima bean" or "butter bean" in everyday English. It may be encountered in specialized cooking texts or regional dialects.

Variants and Related Words

• Lima bean: A closely related type of bean, often used interchangeably in descriptions. Lima beans can be found fresh, frozen, or dried.
• Butter bean: Another common name for certain large, flat, creamy-colored varieties of lima beans.

Synonyms

• Sieva bean
• Madagascar bean (These are regional names for similar bean varieties.)

Notes

• The name "civet bean" should not be confused with the animal called a civet. The name likely originates from a specific variety or a regional naming convention for the bean.

Noun

1. small flat green bean similar to lima beans