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cocoa bean

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noun

  1. the seed of the cacao

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Andurand has said his firm expects global cocoa bean production to decline by at least 18% on an annual basis.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024

The Maya enjoyed a variety of drinks laden with cacao powder, which Sessos says is “probably a better source of getting some of the beneficial effects of the cocoa bean than chocolate.”

From National Geographic • Feb. 12, 2024

The mulch should not be contaminated with toxic substances — only get peanut or cocoa bean shells and other plant hulls from a reliable source.

From Salon • May 2, 2022

As they took a break from the blistering sun under a marquee, the royal couple heard from Narcisio about the importance of the cocoa bean.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2022

The cocoa bean, on the other hand, has not risen to the position of popular favorite in any important consuming country, and so has not aroused the serious opposition of its two rivals.

From All About Coffee by Ukers, William H. (William Harrison)