kraut
Americannoun
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Informal. sauerkraut.
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(often initial capital letter) a contemptuous term used to refer to a German, especially a German soldier during World War I or II.
noun
Etymology
Origin of kraut
First recorded in 1915–20; by shortening
Example Sentences
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But you can apply the method to all sorts of odds and ends, making kraut from kale scraps or hot sauce from overripe chiles.
From Salon • Dec. 6, 2023
She knows there’s a taste for fermented foods among her clients already, because they readily snap up jars of the fermented kraut and carrots Fermenti sometimes donates.
From Washington Times • Mar. 8, 2021
Indeed, the book’s versions stuffed with kraut, caramelized onions, beans and potatoes are worthy picks even if you’re planning to stick around.
From Washington Post • Jan. 21, 2021
The kraut was pale yellow and crunchy, with a definite hint of wine but without any overpowering sour bite.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 3, 2020
The bratwurst was terrible and the kraut an insulting watery mess.
From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck
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