Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Yam Bean.
Yam Bean - as a noun
Twining plant of amazon basin having large edible roots
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pachyrhizus tuberosuspotato beanCentral american twining plant with edible roots and pods; large tubers are eaten raw or cooked especially when young and young pods must be thoroughly cooked; pods and seeds also yield rotenone and oils
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pachyrhizus erosusExample Sentences
"I bought a yam bean from the grocery store."
"The yam bean has a crisp texture and a slightly sweet taste."
"I added some diced yam bean to my stir-fry."
"My mother used to make a delicious yam bean salad."
"The yam bean plant produces beautiful flowers."
