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
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Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
If fries aren’t your jam, all four meat options — chicken, lamb, steak and falafel — are available as a standard gyro wrapped in a pita bread or as a platter with rice.
—Sacbee.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Luna Grill serves kabobs, pitas, salads and plates with a choice of chicken, beef, lamb, shrimp, salmon and falafel.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 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, 9 Sep. 2025
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Noun
They are also known for their pita chips.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
If fries aren’t your jam, all four meat options — chicken, lamb, steak and falafel — are available as a standard gyro wrapped in a pita bread or as a platter with rice.
—Sacbee.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Luna Grill serves kabobs, pitas, salads and plates with a choice of chicken, beef, lamb, shrimp, salmon and falafel.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 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, 9 Sep. 2025
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“Pita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pita. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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