Agrest
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German[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From Middle High German agraz, perhaps influenced by Italian agresto. Ultimately probably derived from Latin acer (“sour”). Alternatively from Latin agrestis (“coarse”).
Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
Agrest m (strong, genitive Agrestes or Agrests, no plural)
- (historical medicine) verjuice
- Synonym: (especially cooking) Verjus
Usage notes[edit]
- Both Agrest and Verjus are rare as verjuice is unusual in German cuisine.
Declension[edit]
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