hastings
/ˈheɪstɪŋz/
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Meaning · English
Early fruit or vegetables, especially peas.
NounRegister: dated
Examples
The large white and green Hastings are tender , and not to be set till the cold is over , and then not very thick , for they spread much and mount high , and therefore require the help of tall Sticks
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “hastings” mean?
Early fruit or vegetables, especially peas.
Is “hastings” formal or informal?
hastings is generally dated.
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