Legume - definition of legume by The Free Dictionary
Define legume. legume synonyms, legume pronunciation, legume translation, English dictionary definition of legume. n. 1. A plant of the pea family. 2. a. A pod of such a plant, which splits into two valves with the seeds attached to one edge of the valves. ... [1670–80; < French légume vegetable < Latin legūmen pulse, a leguminous plant ...
