navy beans

noun

UK /ˈneɪvi biːnz/

US /ˈneɪvi binz/

Navy beans are small white beans that people cook and eat.

Mom made a warm soup with navy beans and carrots.

SYNONYMS

white beans pea beans haricot beans small white beans

RELATED WORDS

legume pulse bean soup baked beans protein

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A dried seed of a plant in the bean family, often sold in bags.

We bought a bag of navy beans at the grocery store.

3. A food ingredient used in many soups and stews.

Navy beans soak up the flavor of the broth.

4. The edible seed of a climbing plant grown in gardens and farms.

The farmer harvested navy beans in late summer.