asparagus bean
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of asparagus bean
An Americanism dating back to 1855–60
Example Sentences
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He favored the rare and unusual such as orach, asparagus bean, and sprout kale, foods that are likely almost impossible to find in Virginia today.
From Slate • Apr. 1, 2014
Orient Express or asparagus bean because of its asparaginous flavor.
From Time Magazine Archive
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