noun
- Plural of khat; the leaves of an Arabian shrub (Catha edulis) that are chewed as a stimulant.
Usage: Also spelled 'qat' or 'chat'; The leaves contain alkaloids with stimulant properties
Examples
- In Yemen and East Africa, khats are commonly chewed during social gatherings.
- The merchant sold fresh khats at the market every morning.
- Chewing khats is a traditional practice in several Middle Eastern countries.
- The leaves of khats contain a mild stimulant similar to caffeine.
- Many people in the Horn of Africa have used khats for centuries.