1
: any of several fiber-yielding plants (such as an agave)
2
: the fiber of a pita
also
: any of several fibers from other sources
: a thin flat bread that can be separated easily into two layers to form a pocket
called also pita bread
Examples of pita in a Sentence
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Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2024
Serve it alongside some pita chips and a verdant mix of vegetables for a starter that’ll move even the most introverted snack-table hoverers to party.
—Tanya Sichynsky, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2024
Ground turkey and rice get a leg up in flavor via warm shawarma spices, nutty tahini, piles of fresh herbs, and a salty, crunchy pita chip topping.
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Party potatoes are here to stay.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024
The last group of migrants was picked up by dusk, and Mr. Fink crouched in his tent, munching on a piece of pita bread and arranging donation drop-offs via his cellphone.
—Emily Baumgaertner, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2024
The Mediterranean menu, which includes items like crispy falafel, hummus, Greek chicken, and grain bowls and pitas, is inspired by three of the cofounders, Ike Grigoropolous, Ted Xenohristos, and Chef Dimitri Moshovitis, all sons of Greek immigrants.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 28 Feb. 2024
Expect familiar traditional halal dishes and favorites such as chicken and lamb over rice, kabobs, gyros and hummus and pita, all dripping in white sauce.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2024
Keep with tradition and serve with fresh herbs like parsley and mint and sliced pita.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2024
Serve with: More pita and dips like hummus or tzatziki.
—Lidey Heuck, New York Times, 29 Mar. 2024
Noun
The menu includes light bites like Mediterranean hummus with spiced pita, as well as flatbreads, salads, charcuterie and artisan cheese plates.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2024
Serve it alongside some pita chips and a verdant mix of vegetables for a starter that’ll move even the most introverted snack-table hoverers to party.
—Tanya Sichynsky, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2024
Ground turkey and rice get a leg up in flavor via warm shawarma spices, nutty tahini, piles of fresh herbs, and a salty, crunchy pita chip topping.
07 of 21
Twice-Baked Potato Dump Casserole
View Recipe
Party potatoes are here to stay.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024
The last group of migrants was picked up by dusk, and Mr. Fink crouched in his tent, munching on a piece of pita bread and arranging donation drop-offs via his cellphone.
—Emily Baumgaertner, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2024
The Mediterranean menu, which includes items like crispy falafel, hummus, Greek chicken, and grain bowls and pitas, is inspired by three of the cofounders, Ike Grigoropolous, Ted Xenohristos, and Chef Dimitri Moshovitis, all sons of Greek immigrants.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 28 Feb. 2024
Expect familiar traditional halal dishes and favorites such as chicken and lamb over rice, kabobs, gyros and hummus and pita, all dripping in white sauce.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2024
Keep with tradition and serve with fresh herbs like parsley and mint and sliced pita.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2024
Serve with: More pita and dips like hummus or tzatziki.
—Lidey Heuck, New York Times, 29 Mar. 2024
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“Pita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pita. Accessed 8 May. 2024.
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