pita

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noun (1)

pi·​ta ˈpē-tə How to pronounce pita (audio)
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

pita

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noun (2)

: 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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Naan, pita, and injera replacing it on barbecue platters across the Lone Star State. Naomi Tomky, AFAR Media, 7 Oct. 2025 After two weeks of surviving on biscuits, one daily can of cheese between four men, and a handful of stale pitas, a gas burner finally arrives. Eli Sharabi, Time, 1 Oct. 2025 For something a little lighter, try a whole grain pita with hummus, avocado, or falafel. Michiko Tomioka, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025 Pita Pit Those who register at Pita Pit Rewards before their birthday month can get to a free pita on their birthday. Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 17 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pita

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

Spanish & Portuguese

Noun (2)

Modern Greek

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1648, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Noun (2)

1936, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pita was in 1648

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“Pita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pita. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

pita

noun
pi·​ta
ˈpēt-ə
: a thin flat bread
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