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leguminous

adjective
le·​gu·​mi·​nous | \ li-ˈgyü-mə-nəs How to pronounce leguminous (audio) , le-\

Definition of leguminous

1 : of, resembling, or consisting of legumes (such as peas)
2 : of or relating to the legume family

Examples of leguminous in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

 One great way to boost nitrogen is by planting leguminous cover crops, such as alfalfa, clover, hairy vetch, or peas. — Beth Hanson, Good Housekeeping, "Grow Healthier Crops Using These Natural Nitrogen Sources," 24 Aug. 2015

First Known Use of leguminous

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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