The pea belly was an exaggeratedly stuffed belly that was very popular in men’s attire in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The term is thought to come from the form of « peacock » or modern plate armor. Sometimes it is called « goose belly ».

What does the word Peascod mean?

pea. / (ˈpiːzˌkɒd) / noun. Pods of an ancient pea plant.

What are peas?

1. Peas – pea shells; edible some peas. Pea Pods. Peas – The fruit or seeds of the pea plant. cod, pod, seedcase – container containing plant seeds (not seeds themselves)

What does ARCHAIC mean?

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