lima bean
See also: Lima bean
English
Alternative forms
Etymology
Named after the city of Lima, from which they were exported.
Usage notes
Although the name of Lima, Peru, is pronounced /ˈlimə/, and the beans are named after the city, "lima" (or "Lima") in the beans' name is pronounced /ˈlaɪmə/.
Translations
butter bean
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