broad bean

American  

noun

1. fava bean.

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broad bean British  

noun

1. an erect annual Eurasian bean plant, Vicia faba , cultivated for its large edible flattened seeds, used as a vegetable

2. the seed of this plant

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Etymology

Origin of broad bean

First recorded in 1775–85

Example Sentences

Here in Leylstad, however, they're experimenting with different agricultural methods including crop diversity, with eight different crops sown here at any one time including wheat, onions, potatoes, and broad beans.

From BBC

People also stocked up on ingredients to make the official Coronation quiche with sales of chilled pastry soaring by 89%, while fresh cream sales were up by 80% and frozen broad beans by 57%.

From BBC

The Daily Mail singled out a few under the headline, “Invitations to Put You Off Your Coronation Quiche,” referring to the occasion’s official dish, made with spinach, broad beans and fresh tarragon.

From New York Times

If you are a monarchist or just enjoy the tradition of the royal family, you may have heard about the Coronation Quiche — made with spinach, broad beans and tarragon.

From Salon

Probably less popular than their cousin peas – who you’ll find them next to in the frozen food aisle – broad beans are another summery veg that really doesn’t mind the freezer treatment, thawing pretty agreeably.

From BBC