: a variable annual Eurasian vine (Pisum sativum) of the legume family that is cultivated especially for its rounded smooth or wrinkled edible protein-rich seeds
b
: the seed of the pea
c
peas also pease plural: the immature pods of the pea with their included seeds
2
: any of various leguminous plants related to or resembling the pea—usually used in combination or with a qualifying term
chickpea
black-eyed pea
also: the seed of such a plant
3
: something resembling a pea (as in size or shape)
Illustration of pea
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Examples of pea in a Sentence
We're growing tomatoes and peas in our garden this year.
Recent Examples on the WebThe mother-son duo appeared to be enjoying the popular U.K. dish of ham with a pineapple slice, potatoes and peas.—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 26 June 2024 Homemade cornbread, bacon, corn, black eyed peas, and more come together for a dish made for sharing.—Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 25 June 2024 Starchy vegetables include butternut squash, sweet potatoes, peas, corn, and white potatoes.—Barbie Cervoni, Health, 22 June 2024 Stir in the chicken, cream and peas and reduce the heat to low.—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 12 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for pea
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Word History
Etymology
back-formation from Middle English pease (taken as a plural), from Old English pise, from Latin pisa, plural of pisum, from Greek pison
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