noun
- seeds or pods of plants in the pea family, such as beans, peas, lentils, and peanuts, often used as food
Usage: plural form of legume
Examples
- Legumes are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.
- The farmer planted various legumes including soybeans and chickpeas.
- Dried legumes should be soaked overnight before cooking.
- Many cultures rely heavily on legumes as a dietary staple.
- Black beans and lentils are popular legumes in healthy cooking.
- Legumes help improve soil fertility by fixing nitrogen.