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moth bean

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Definition of moth bean

: a legume (Vigna acontifolia synonym Phaseolus aconitifolius) cultivated especially in India for its edible cylindrical pods and small seeds

First Known Use of moth bean

1884, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for moth bean

probably by folk etymology from Marathi maṭh moth bean

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