Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fava
noun
/ˈfɑːvə/
Definition
Fava refers to the fava bean, a broad, flat seed that is part of the legume family.
Examples
- Fava beans are commonly used in Mediterranean dishes.
- She added fava to the salad for extra protein.
- The restaurant served a delicious fava bean puree.
Meaning
The term ‘fava’ is often used to describe both the plant (Vicia faba) and its seeds, which are popular in various cuisines around the world.
Synonyms
- broad bean
- broad bean
- fava bean