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/ˈlɛɡ.juːm/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A type of plant in the family Fabaceae (or Leguminosae) that produces seeds in pods.
Chickpeas are a popular legume that can be used in a variety of dishes.
The edible seeds or pods of such plants.
Lentils are a nutritious legume that is often used in soups and stews.
A plant that is capable of fixing atmospheric nitrogen through its root nodules.
Many legume crops improve soil fertility by fixing nitrogen.
Plants such as peas, beans, and peanuts that belong to the legume family.
The farmer decided to plant various legume varieties to enhance crop diversity.
The pod containing the seeds of such plants.
The garden was filled with bright green legume pods ready to be harvested.
Etymology
From Latin legumin-, legumen 'pulses, edible seeds, or vegetables'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pea pod:
The edible seed or seed case of certain legumes, especially peas.
bean counter:
A slang term for an accountant, reflecting meticulousness similar to counting beans.
split pea:
A type of legume that is dried and peeled, often used in soups.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
To be in a lackluster or boring situation.
That meeting was such a legume.
Referring to someone who is dull or uninteresting.
He's a bit of a legume in social gatherings.