kentucky wonder
Definition
Noun 1. A variety of pole bean plant: "Kentucky Wonder" is the name of a specific cultivar of pole bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). It is known for producing long, flat, stringless green pods. 2. The edible pod of this plant: The term also refers to the green bean pods themselves, which are harvested and eaten as a vegetable.
Usage Examples
- Noun (referring to the plant):
- I planted Kentucky Wonder beans along a trellis in my garden.
- The Kentucky Wonder is a popular heirloom variety known for its reliable yield.
- Noun (referring to the pod):
- For dinner, we steamed fresh Kentucky Wonder beans with a little butter.
- These Kentucky Wonder beans are so tender and flavorful.
Advanced Usage
- The name "Kentucky Wonder" is often used generically to refer to any pole bean with long, flat pods, though it is a distinct cultivar.
- It is frequently contrasted with bush bean varieties, which do not require support structures.
Variants and Related Words
- Kentucky Wonder bean: A more explicit compound form.
- Old Homestead (noun): An alternative name for the same bean variety.
- Pole bean (noun): The general category of bean plants to which Kentucky Wonder belongs.
Synonyms
- Green bean (noun): The general term for the edible pods of bean plants.
- String bean (noun, chiefly US): A common synonym for green bean, though modern varieties like Kentucky Wonder are typically stringless.
- Snap bean (noun): Another term emphasizing that the pod is eaten whole.
Related Phrases
- Heirloom variety (noun phrase): A plant cultivar that is traditionally grown and passed down through generations, a category which includes Kentucky Wonder beans.
Noun
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flat-podded green bean
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