What is the meaning of the word "qat"?
Qat has been used for centuries in social and cultural rituals within communities in countries such as Yemen, Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya. Chewing qat is an integral part of social interactions and gatherings in these regions, often taking place in the afternoon in dedicated spaces known as "mafrishes."
Definitions:
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An evergreen shrub, Catha edulis, of Arabia and Africa, the leaves of which are used as a narcotic when chewed or made into a beverage.
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- The active ingredient in qat, cathinone, is responsible for its stimulant effects, similar to those produced by amphetamines.
- The active ingredient in qat, cathinone, is responsible for its stimulant effects, similar to those produced by amphetamines.
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The leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea. NOUN
- Researchers studying qat have focused on its effects on mental health, productivity, and its potential for addiction among regular users.
- Researchers studying qat have focused on its effects on mental health, productivity, and its potential for addiction among regular users.