Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

groat

noun

/ɡroʊt/

Definition

A groat is a type of grain that has been husked or a historical coin worth four pence.

Examples

The recipe called for a cup of oat groats, which added a chewy texture to the dish.
In medieval times, a groat was a common coin used for everyday transactions.

Meaning

In a culinary context, groats refer to the hulled kernels of various grains, typically oats, that are used in various dishes. In historical contexts, it refers to a small coin that was used in England in earlier centuries.