bean

/ˈbi(ː)n/noun
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

Any plant of several genera of the taxonomic family Fabaceae that produces large edible seeds or edible seedpods.

2

The large edible seed of such a plant (for example, a broad bean, navy bean, or garbanzo bean).

3

The edible seedpod of such a plant.

4

The bean-like seed of certain other plants, such as a vanilla bean or (especially) a coffee bean.

5

An object resembling a pea or bean in shape, often made from plastic or styrofoam and used in large numbers as packing material or as stuffing for beanbags and similar items.

6

The head or brain.

7

The human clitoris.

8

A person; especially, a baby.

9

A guinea coin or sovereign.

10

Money.

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Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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