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Definition of kalamata

kalamata

Plural:kalamatas
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• noun

1

A large, almond-shaped, dark purple or black table olive cultivar native to southern Greece, prized for its rich, fruity flavor and smooth texture.

Example

"The traditional Greek salad was topped with crumbled feta cheese, sliced red onions, and plump Kalamata olives."

2

A major port city in the Peloponnese region of southern Greece and the administrative capital of the Messenia regional unit, situated along the Messenian Gulf.

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• Nearby Words

kaka
kakabeka
kakapo
kalamata
kalamazoo
kalamazoo river
kalambo

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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