Meaning of khat in English

1. Pronunciation

   /kɑt/

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1. Noun

   khat

   Etymology

   mid 19th century: from Arabic qāt

   Definitions

   1. the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea

   Examples

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