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
Recent Examples on the Web
Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
They can even be sliced and mixed into a grain bowl or salad or paired with a protein source like cottage cheese, pita chips, and hummus for a well-rounded snack.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 5 May 2025
Her father started his own tool-and-die shop, while her mother worked at a pita bakery.
—Rashi Shrivastava, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Pile it all on a plate (or keep it on the sheet pan) and scoop up with some pita.
—Olivia Quintana, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pita
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Noun
This delicious creation pairs well with tortilla chips, pita bread, crackers, or even a salty potato chip.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
They can even be sliced and mixed into a grain bowl or salad or paired with a protein source like cottage cheese, pita chips, and hummus for a well-rounded snack.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 5 May 2025
Her father started his own tool-and-die shop, while her mother worked at a pita bakery.
—Rashi Shrivastava, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Pile it all on a plate (or keep it on the sheet pan) and scoop up with some pita.
—Olivia Quintana, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pita
Cite this Entry
“Pita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pita. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share