Meaning of the word pita in English

What does pita mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pita

US /ˈpiːt̬.ə/
UK /ˈpɪt.ə/
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Noun

a type of flat, round bread that can be split open to form a pocket, often used for sandwiches or dips

Example:
We had falafel served in warm pita bread.
She dipped the pita into the hummus.