Definition

A type of large shrub or tree with spines and small leaves, known for its sweet-smelling yellow-orange flowers, or a type of bean grown for feeding horses.

Example

Farmers often plant horsebeans as a source of food for their horses.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a horsebean?

I think I read about it somewhere; isn't it a type of bean for feeding horses?

Yeah, that's right! It's also known for its sweet-scented flowers.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to see one in bloom.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Horsebean → The word 'horsebean' is derived from 'horse' (from Old English 'hors', meaning a large animal used for riding or work) and 'bean' (from Old English 'bean', meaning a type of leguminous plant). The term 'horsebean' refers to a type of bean that is large and often used as animal feed, particularly for horses.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'large animal' ('horse') and a 'leguminous plant' ('bean') — together they form 'horsebean', which is a type of bean often associated with feeding horses.

Visually Confused Words