pea
noun
the round, edible seed of a widely cultivated plant, Pisum sativum, of the legume family.
peas
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pluralof pea.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He shows us what is left of the peas and wheat crop at his 300-hectare site in Suffolk.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
A range of produce, including peas, is sold at the Central Avenue Farmers Market.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
Lawson marries frozen peas and shredded Little Gem lettuce in her version of petits pois à la française, or French-style peas.
From Salon ● Jul. 25, 2026
If you’re really worried, skip uncooked produce like salad mixes, berries, basil, and snap peas for the time being.
From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026
Beowulf particularly wanted to know if there had been peas in ancient Rome.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
