edamame

noun

ed·​a·​ma·​me ˌe-də-ˈmä-mā How to pronounce edamame (audio)
plural edamame also edamames
: immature green soybeans usually in the pod

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Dig in: The $48 multi-course meal includes edamame, four pieces of sashimi, four pieces of sushi, two pieces of seared salmon oshi, a hand roll, a noodle dish and miso soup. Kate Murphy, Axios, 2 Apr. 2025 One person mentioned the frozen edamame which comes in convenient single-serving microwavable bags. Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 26 Mar. 2025 Besides edamame, Gargano recommends dairy products rich in protein such as Greek yogurt and cottage cheese. Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 14 Mar. 2025 Some stores with a specialty produce section will carry fresh edamame pods. Larell Scardelli, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for edamame

Word History

Etymology

Japanese, from eda branch + mame beans

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of edamame was in 1951

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“Edamame.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edamame. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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