vanilla bean

noun

: the long capsular fruit of a vanilla (especially Vanilla planifolia) that is an important article of commerce

Examples of vanilla bean in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This biz brainstorms fanciful flavors—such as vanilla bean ice cream perfumed with a hint of jasmine and lychee jellies; mellow jackfruit cream with lightly roasted chili cashew nuts; and mango ice cream with peach-mango fruit swirls and pie crust crunch. Laura Manske, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 For dessert, share a warm decadent chocolate sabayon with extra virgin olive oil, cognac and crushed frozen raspberry ($10) or a vanilla bean pavlova with coconut cream and passionfruit curd ($11). Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 13 Feb. 2024 Sichuan-vanilla syrup 1/2 pint water 1/2 pint sugar 1/2 vanilla bean 1 tablespoon Sichuan pepper flowers Combine water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until dissolved. Judy Revenaugh, Kansas City Star, 30 Jan. 2024 The aroma is a rich combination of amber, vanilla bean, mahogany, and cacao. Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2024 Simply place a heaping scoop of vanilla bean ice cream into a bowl, then top generously with aged Pedro Ximenez sherry. Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 28 Nov. 2023 Split the half vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape out the inside and stir it into the pot, then add the vanilla bean itself to the pot. Ellie Krieger, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024 During that soaking process, the flavor and color of the vanilla bean are extracted, allowing the potent liquid to be used in your favorite recipe. Molly Allen, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2023 Another winter treat, the Vanilla Bean Custard Danish, is a pastry filled with rich vanilla bean custard. Erin Clements, Peoplemag, 12 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vanilla bean was in 1824

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“Vanilla bean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vanilla%20bean. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

vanilla bean

noun
: the long pod of a vanilla orchid

Medical Definition

vanilla bean

noun
: the long capsular fruit of a vanilla (especially Vanilla planifolia) that is an important article of commerce
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