pita

1 of 2

noun (1)

pi·​ta ˈpē-tə 

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

2 of 2

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

And on the streets of Tripoli in the north, there are spicy fish sandwiches served on pita bread smeared with toum. —Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024

The trays are packaged in a plastic clamshell and include items like pita bread, apricots, olives, feta cheese and individual containers of dips, including the tzatziki sauce. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024

Here are some simple yet delicious ways to use hummus: Spread a layer of hummus on whole-grain bread, pita, or crackers and top with your favorite vegetables and lean protein for a filling and nutritious lunch. —Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 20 Nov. 2024

What’s your secret to making the perfect bowl or wrapping the perfect pita? —Jane Thier, Fortune, 6 Oct. 2024

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

Kids Definition

pita

noun

pi·​ta

ˈpēt-ə

: a thin flat bread