chickpea

noun

chick·​pea ˈchik-ˌpē 

: an Asian herb (Cicer arietinum) of the legume family cultivated for its short pods with one or two seeds

also : its seed

Examples of chickpea in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Try adding chickpeas to your savory yogurt bowl or beans to your breakfast tacos. —Alexis Deboschnek, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Aug. 2025

Young mothers now make it for their own children, sometimes adding new touches, a few chickpeas, some garlic, or fresh herbs, but always keeping the heart of the dish intact. —Sami Tamimi august 6, Literary Hub, 6 Aug. 2025

There are so many delicious baked goods that use a mix of traditional flour and higher-fiber options, like whole grain, almond, chickpea, or hazelnut. —Audrey Bruno, SELF, 4 Aug. 2025

This versatile tool can easily cook foods like chicken thighs, chickpeas, and even muffins, but not all foods are air fryer-friendly. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

alteration of chich pea, from Middle English chiche, from Anglo-French, from Latin cicer

First Known Use

1542, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

chickpea

noun

chick·​pea ˈchik-ˌpē 

: an Asian herb of the legume family cultivated for its short pods with one or two edible seeds

also : its seed