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- pea 1a
plural peas also pease
ˈpēz 
often attributive
1
a
: a variable annual Eurasian vine (Lathyrus oleraceus) 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)
Examples of pea in a Sentence
We're growing tomatoes and peas in our garden this year.
Recent Examples on the Web
For a sweet, Instagram-worthy treat, try the Fruit Loop, a delightfully blue, iced concoction made with pea flower tea, vanilla, and oat milk.
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Blair West, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2025
Half a cup of lentils contains about eight grams of fiber, while peas provide four grams per two-thirds cup, and chickpeas offer four grams per half cup.151617
Legumes like these are easy to toss into salads, good on their own, or delicious when seasoned.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 3 June 2025
Their spot in the garden can then be planted to summer crops like okra, southern peas or sweet potatoes.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 May 2025
The firm fish, crisped to perfection, is complemented by a vibrant salsa verde and sweet summer peas.
—Kaila Yu, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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Blair West, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2025
Half a cup of lentils contains about eight grams of fiber, while peas provide four grams per two-thirds cup, and chickpeas offer four grams per half cup.151617
Legumes like these are easy to toss into salads, good on their own, or delicious when seasoned.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 3 June 2025
Their spot in the garden can then be planted to summer crops like okra, southern peas or sweet potatoes.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 May 2025
The firm fish, crisped to perfection, is complemented by a vibrant salsa verde and sweet summer peas.
—Kaila Yu, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for pea
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“Pea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pea. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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