1. an evergreen shrub whose leaves are chewed as a stimulant, native to East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula

Examples

• Qat is commonly consumed in Yemen and Ethiopia.
• The leaves of qat contain natural stimulants.
• Many people gather in the afternoon to chew qat socially.
• Qat cultivation is an important part of the local economy.
• The plant is also known as khat in some regions.
• Fresh qat leaves are preferred over dried ones.