Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leguminous
adjective
/lɪˈdʒuː.mɪ.nəs/
Definition
Belonging to the family of plants that produce legumes, such as beans and peas.
Examples
- The leguminous plants are crucial for enriching soil nutrients.
- Many farmers grow leguminous crops to enhance biodiversity on their land.
- She included a variety of leguminous vegetables in her diet for their health benefits.
Meaning
Related to or characteristic of leguminous plants, which are known for their seed pods that split into two halves.
Synonyms
- Fabaceous
- Beanlike
- Pulse-producing
