Meaning of the word "black-eyed pea" in English

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black-eyed pea

US /ˌblæk.aɪd ˈpiː/
UK /ˌblæk.aɪd ˈpiː/
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Noun

a cream-colored, oval-shaped bean with a black spot or 'eye' on its inner curve, commonly used in Southern American cuisine

Example:
For good luck on New Year's Day, many people eat black-eyed peas.
She made a delicious stew with black-eyed peas and ham hocks.