1. A plant of the pea family (Fabaceae) bearing seeds in pods, including peas, beans, lentils, and clover
Legumes are an excellent source of protein and fiber.
Legumes são uma excelente fonte de proteína e fibra.
2. The seed or pod of such a plant, used as food
She added various legumes to the soup.
Ela adicionou vários legumes à sopa.
3. In botany, a type of simple dry fruit produced by leguminous plants
The legume splits open when ripe to release the seeds.
O legume se abre quando maduro para liberar as sementes.