Pea pods are the elongated seed pods of the pea plant, and there are several synonyms for this term. One such term is "pea husks," which refers to the tough outer layer of the pod. Another synonym is "pea shells," which emphasizes the protective covering around the peas inside the pods. "Pea casings" can also be used to describe the pods in which the peas are encased. "Pea sheaths" highlights the thin protective layer that covers the edible peas. Lastly, "pea jackets" is another synonym that refers to the protective skin of the pea pod. These synonyms provide alternative ways to describe the outer layer of the delicious and nutritious peas.