loment
loment definition
lo·ment (lō′ment′)
noun
a legume fruit that separates at its constrictions into one-seeded segments when ripe
Etymology: ModL < L lomentum, bean meal < pp. of lavare, to wash (see lave): Roman women used it in a cosmetic wash
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