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Definition of sweetpea

sweetpea

/ˈswiːtpiː/
sweet · pea
Plural:sweetpeas
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sweetpea Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An affectionate term of endearment for a loved one, especially a child or romantic partner.

Example

"Goodnight, sweetpea, sleep tight and I will see you in the morning."

2

An annual climbing plant (Lathyrus odoratus) of the legume family native to the Mediterranean region, widely cultivated for its delicate, Butterfly-shaped, richly fragrant blossoms in shades of pink, purple, white, and red.

Example

"She planted rows of climbing sweetpea along the garden trellis to enjoy their fragrance all summer."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Usually spelled as two words ('sweet pea') when referring to the botanical flowering plant, whereas the solid compound 'sweetpea' is particularly common when used as an affectionate term of endearment.

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sweetpea. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sweetpea
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