legume
noun
any plant of the legume family, especially those used for feed, food, or as a soil-improving crop.
legumes
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pluralof legume.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Fruits, vegetables, legumes and dairy products are among the main dietary sources of potassium.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 31, 2026
But over the years, the mushy yellow-brown legumes "became an acquired taste like a strong cheese can, because you know how cheese can smell like dirty socks," the 47-year-old Arizonan said.
From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026
Khichdi, derived from the Sanskrit word khicca, meaning a dish made with rice and legumes, dates back to the ninth century B.C.
From Salon ● Jun. 7, 2026
Lesley Burnside, whose 15-year-old son Joe has severe allergies to eggs, nuts and legumes, said the pressure does not ease as children move through the school system.
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
Since there was no need for legumes to fix nitrogen, farmers could plant corn in every field, every year.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
