black-eyed pea

noun

ˈblak-ˌīd- 

: cowpea

Examples of black-eyed pea in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Jefferson was also eating black-eyed peas, turnip greens and ham. — Ava Berger, NPR, 28 June 2026

Dinner that night was a whole baked catfish with red cabbage and mustard sauce, a dal made with black-eyed peas, and lemon custard for dessert. — Elizabeth Cantrell, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026

Records show that black-eyed peas, turnip greens and ham were also part of the Founding Father's diet. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026

The black-eyed peas blended with garlic, tahini, and lemon makes for a smoky, zesty, and bright dish that elevates a standard hummus. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1726, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for black-eyed pea

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Kids Definition

black-eyed pea

noun

ˌblak-ˌīd-

: cowpea