bonavist

[ bon-uh-vist ]

noun

1. hyacinth bean.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bonavist¹

First recorded in 1690–1700, bonavist is from the Italian word buonavista good sight. See bonus, vista

Example Sentences

Some planters would suffer you to lie at your ease cockered up with bonavist and Madeira till the money comes.

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