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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.
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Finish with extra lemon, parsley or fresh pea shoots before serving.
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Staff,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
Singh notes that peas are nitrogen-fixing plants that naturally enrich the soil, which supports the growth and health of carrots.
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Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
30 June 2026
Black-eyed peas and cream cheese are blended together in a food processor to create the creamy base for this baked dip.
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Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
Winds up to 60 mph and pea-sized hail were possible.
—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
27 June 2026
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Staff,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
Singh notes that peas are nitrogen-fixing plants that naturally enrich the soil, which supports the growth and health of carrots.
—
Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
30 June 2026
Black-eyed peas and cream cheese are blended together in a food processor to create the creamy base for this baked dip.
—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
Winds up to 60 mph and pea-sized hail were possible.
—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
27 June 2026
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 5 Jul. 2026.
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