Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Shell Bean.
Shell Bean - as a noun
A bean plant grown primarily for its edible seed rather than its pod
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shell bean plantHypernyms (Closely Related)
beanbean plantHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Unripe beans removed from the pod before cooking
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fresh beanHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"I planted shell beans in my garden this year."
"She cooked a delicious soup using shell beans."
"I prefer using shell beans in my salads."
"The farmer harvested a large quantity of shell beans."
"My grandmother used to can shell beans for the winter."