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.
The old song was full of references to praties and hard winters in the west of Ireland.
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(dated, Irish) A potato.
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