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za'atar

za'atar is the alternative spelling of zaatar.

Meaning of zaatar

Noun

zaatar (uncountable)

  1. A particular herb, similar in flavor to thyme or oregano, used in Middle Eastern cuisine (Origanum syriacum).
  2. A Middle Eastern seasoning, having this herb or a mixture of herbs as the main ingredient, with sumac (or other tart-flavored equivalent) and sesame seeds.

Questions about za'atar

What is za'atar the alternative spelling of?
Za'atar is the alternative spelling of zaatar.

Words near za'atar in the dictionary

  1. z-words
  2. Z.G.
  3. z.l.
  4. z/OS
  5. za
  6. za'atar
  7. za'tar
  8. zaa
  9. zaalouk
  10. Zaanstad
  11. zaar

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