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Meaning of pea-souper
A pea-souper refers to a thick, heavy fog, typically yellow or brown in color, that reduces visibility.
Etymology of pea-souper
The term "pea-souper" originated in the mid-19th century in London, where the thick, yellow fog resembled the thick, green soup made from split peas.
The word is believed to have been coined due to the fog's resemblance to the thick, pea-green soup that was popular in London at the time.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A thick fog, typically yellow or brown in color, caused by a combination of fog and air pollution, especially in urban areas.
- * A type of fog that is so thick and opaque that it is difficult to see more than a few feet in front of you.
Usage Examples
- The city was engulfed in a thick pea-souper, making it difficult to navigate the streets.
- * The pea-souper that rolled in off the river reduced visibility to just a few feet.