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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Legume Family.
Legume Family - as a noun
A large family of trees, shrubs, vines, and herbs bearing bean pods; divided for convenience into the subfamilies caesalpiniaceae; mimosaceae; papilionaceae
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fabaceaefamily fabaceaefamily leguminosaeleguminosaepea familyExample Sentences
"The legume family includes plants like peas, beans, and lentils."
"Legumes in the legume family are known for their ability to fix nitrogen in the soil."
"Many legume family members have pods that contain the seeds."
"One common characteristic of the legume family is their ability to thrive in nitrogen-poor soils."
"Peanuts belong to the legume family and are excellent sources of protein."
