1. a round, flat bread that can be split open to form a pocket for filling
Usage: also spelled pita; common in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine
2. a small colorful bird found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia
Usage: ornithology

Examples

• I made a pitta sandwich with hummus and vegetables for lunch.
• The pitta bread was warm and soft when it came out of the oven.
• She stuffed the pitta with grilled chicken and tzatziki sauce.
• The blue pitta is one of the most striking bird species in Southeast Asia.
• We ordered pitta wraps at the Mediterranean restaurant.
• The pitta's bright plumage makes it easy to spot in the forest.