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Definition of kurrat
kurrat
/kʊˈrɑːt/
kur · rat
Plural:kurrats
kurrat Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A cultivated variety of leek (Allium ampeloprasum) grown primarily in Egypt and the broader Middle East, valued specifically for its continuous yield of edible green leaves rather than its bulb.
Example
"The chef prepared a traditional Egyptian dish using freshly chopped kurrat to add a mild, onion-like flavor to the stew."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Arabic word 'kurrāth' (كُرَّاث), meaning 'leek'.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kurrat. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kurrat