bean sprouts

plural noun

: the sprouts of bean seeds especially of the mung bean used as a vegetable

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And within seconds of ordering it, a bowl of accoutrements — fresh herbs, lime and bean sprouts — shows up at your table. — Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 2 Mar. 2026 Sometimes bean sprouts, usually Napa cabbage. — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 May 2026 The steaming bowl was full of delightfully soft yellow noodles, slices of buttery roasted pork shoulder, bean sprouts and scallions, and a bright dollop of grated ginger. — Alex Halberstadt, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026 Spring rolls are typically made with a very thin wheat or rice paper wrapper stuffed with shredded carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, pork, tofu, and/or shrimp. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for bean sprouts

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bean sprouts was in 1849

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“Bean sprouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bean%20sprouts. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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