Meaning of legume

leg•ume

Pronunciation: (leg'ym, li-gym'), [key]

— n.

any plant of the legume family, esp. those used for feed, food, or as a soil-improving crop.
the pod or seed vessel of such a plant.
any table vegetable of the legume family.

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