vanilla bean

noun

: the long capsular fruit of a vanilla (especially Vanilla planifolia) that is an important article of commerce

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The desserts are another highlight, with items like the Azúcar Delight, which contains vanilla bean pudding drizzled with Abuelita chocolate and served with warm churros. Taryn White, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025 Add vanilla bean powder, java chips, and a whole banana. Kate Friedman, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2025 Then, add a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla bean and stir. Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2024 Two, personalized rolling pin with unique design, curate a set of artisanal ingredients, premium Madagascar vanilla beans, saffron, exotic spices, and rare sugars. Lauren Goode, WIRED, 16 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vanilla bean

Word History

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vanilla bean was in 1824

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“Vanilla bean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vanilla%20bean. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

vanilla bean

noun
: the long pod of a vanilla orchid

Medical Definition

vanilla bean

noun
: the long capsular fruit of a vanilla (especially Vanilla planifolia) that is an important article of commerce
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