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Definition of kurrat

kurrat

/kʊˈrɑːt/
kur · rat

Plural:kurrats
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kurrat Lexical Profile

• 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."

• Rhymes for kurrat

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Arabic word 'kurrāth' (كُرَّاث), meaning 'leek'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kurrat. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kurrat
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