Bean (noun)

1. The seed of any of various climbing plants of the legume family, typically enclosed in a pod.
2. Any plant of the legume family, including peas and lentils.

Origin:

Old english bēan, of germanic origin; related to dutch boon and german bohne.

Examples:

1. She was eating a bowl of bean soup.
2. He grew beans in his garden.
3. The recipe called for black beans.
4. The beans were boiled for an hour.
5. Beans are a good source of protein.