Meaning of the word beans in English

What does beans mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

beans

Noun

1.

an edible seed, typically kidney-shaped, growing in long pods on certain leguminous plants.

Example:
beans on toast
2.

a leguminous plant that bears beans in pods.

Verb

hit (someone) on the head.

Example:
Boone was nearly beaned by that wild pitch