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Haricot - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A haricot is a small, oval, white bean commonly used in cooking, especially in dishes like baked beans or French cuisine. It is also known as a navy bean.

haricot

/ˈhɛrɪkoʊ/ /ˈhærɪkəʊ/

Definition:

A small, white bean commonly used in cooking, especially in French cuisine.

Synonyms:

navy bean, white bean, cannellini bean

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

(No direct antonyms; contextually: meat, protein substitute)

Common Collocations:

haricot beans, haricot stew, haricot salad

Derivatives:

haricots (plural)

Usage Tips:

Use "haricot" to refer specifically to small white beans in recipes or discussions about food.

Common Phrases:

haricot vert (French for green bean), haricot blanc (white bean)

Etymology:

Derived from French "haricot," originally from Nahuatl "ayacotli."

Examples:

  • 1. She cooked a delicious soup with haricot beans.
  • 2. Haricots are a staple in many vegetarian dishes.
  • 3. The recipe calls for soaked haricots overnight.
  • 4. He prefers haricots over other types of beans.

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