(dated, Ireland, slang) A potato.
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(dated, Irish) A potato.
An Irish and dated English word for a potato, derived from the Irish 'práta.' Used in historical and literary contexts relating to Ireland, particularly around the Great Famine period (1845-1852) when potatoes were central to Irish rural diet and identity. Still occasionally used in Irish English for nostalgic or humorous effect.
(obsolete, slang) A potato.
(UK, informal) Like a prat; foolish.
(obsolete, slang) A potato.