broad bean

Noun (4)

1. seed of the broad-bean plantSynonyms: fava beanhorsebeanType of beanPart of broad-bean, broad-bean plant
2. Old World upright plant grown especially for its large flat edible seeds but also as fodderSynonyms: broad-beanbroad-bean plantEnglish beanEuropean beanfield beanVicia fabaType of shell bean, shell bean plantParts horse bean, fava beanMember of Vicia, genus Vicia
3. a bean plant cultivated for use animal fodderSynonyms: horse beanType of fodderPart of broad-bean, broad-bean plant
4. shell beans cooked as lima beansSynonyms: fava beanType of shell bean