pea

noun, often attributive

\ ˈpē

plural peas also pease\ ˈpēz

Definition of pea

1a : a variable annual Eurasian vine (Pisum sativum) 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 chickpeablack-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

Add peas, carrots, pepper, chicken and green onions, and toss gently until evenly distributed. — Alysha Witwicki, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "What to bring? These side dishes are always welcome at a summer picnic," 29 June 2018 Cook for 2 minutes, until softened, then stir in the cauliflower rice, peas, asparagus, salt and pepper. — Ellie Krieger, sacbee, "Try this vegetable side dish that tastes luxe | The Sacramento Bee," 8 May 2018 In one 2015 study, guys who paired their lifting sessions with pea protein observed the same increases in biceps size as those who opted for whey. — Emily Abbate, GQ, "Protein Powder Supplements, Explained: Your Complete Guide to the Smoothie Bar Menu," 5 Mar. 2018 Nestle the chicken into the rice and peas. Cover and turn heat to medium-high. — Judy Walker, NOLA.com, "Grocery shop on Wednesdays, and more money-saving food secrets," 6 Feb. 2018 Large entrees include jerk chicken with plantains, rice and peas ($24); black pepper crab ($28); and oxtail stew ($25). — Justin Phillips, San Francisco Chronicle, "Caribbean restaurant Kaya opens in former Alta space," 11 Jan. 2018 But the new year brings the kind of zeal and optimism that sends a parent to the farmers market, to replace the Bomb Pops with bananas; the pizza, with peas. — Jennifer Traig, WSJ, "The Making of the Picky Eater," 11 Jan. 2019 Ars and Star Trek go together, as the great philosopher once said, like peas and carrots. — Lee Hutchinson, Ars Technica, "Ars enters VR and destroys multiple starships in Star Trek: Bridge Crew," 26 Dec. 2018 Gnocchi alla romana, consisting of pancetta, smoked ricotta, peas and carrots, is among the dishes at the Allora restaurant in East Sacramento. — Kate Washington, sacbee, "If Allora can learn to relax a little, it will be one of the city's best restaurants," 11 May 2018

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pea

noun

English Language Learners Definition of pea

: a small, round, green seed that is eaten as a vegetable and that is formed in a seed case (called a pod) of a climbing plant also : a plant that produces peas

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pea

noun

\ ˈpē

plural peas\ ˈpēz \