Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kraut
Noun
/kraʊt/
Definition
A term used to refer to a German person, often used in a derogatory manner.
Examples
- During the war, soldiers often referred to their enemies as ‘krauts’.
- She stirred the sauerkraut to serve with the sausages.
- The restaurant featured a special kraut dish during the festival.
Meaning
Originally a neutral term for a type of cabbage or herb, ‘kraut’ evolved into a slang term for Germans, particularly during World War I and II. It is largely considered offensive.
Synonyms
- German
- Boche
- Teuton
