n.
1.an erect or climbing bean or pea plant of the family Leguminosae
2.the fruit or seed of any of various bean or pea plants consisting of a two-valved case that splits along both sides when ripe and having the seeds attached to one edge of the valves
3.the seedpod of a leguminous plant (such as peas or beans or lentils)
Idiom of the Day
lay down the law
to tell someone what to do by using your power or influence
The new manager plans to lay down the law to the workers regarding long lunch breaks.
