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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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Lunches stayed light, while dinners were a feast of tender roasted lamb, seared trout nestled in a fresh pea purée, and classic South African specialties like boerewors (sausages) with chakalaka sauce.
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Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2025
Made with pea protein, these bars are vegan and paleo-friendly.
—Megan Wahn, Bon Appétit, 3 Feb. 2025
Here’s a recipe for spiced rice and fish with minty peas.
—Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
Instead of the usual peas and carrots, this Trader Joe’s version has edamame, slivers of hijiki seaweed, carrot strips, and little bits of fried tofu.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2025
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Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2025
Made with pea protein, these bars are vegan and paleo-friendly.
—Megan Wahn, Bon Appétit, 3 Feb. 2025
Here’s a recipe for spiced rice and fish with minty peas.
—Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
Instead of the usual peas and carrots, this Trader Joe’s version has edamame, slivers of hijiki seaweed, carrot strips, and little bits of fried tofu.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Pea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pea. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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