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soybean

soy·bean [ sóy bn ] (plural soy·beans)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. seed of soybean plant: the oil- and protein-rich seed of the soybean plant. Use: soy sauce, soymilk, tofu, textured vegetable protein.

2. plant with nutritious seeds: a plant cultivated around the world for its nutritious seeds, for soil improvement, and to provide grazing for animals. Native to: southeastern Asia.  Latin name Glycine max.

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