kroʊt, kroʊt

Definitions

1. noun

A person from Croatia or a member of a South Slavic people living mainly in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and parts of Serbia.

“The Croat community in the US has a strong cultural presence.”

2. noun

A medieval nobleman or warrior.

“The battle between the Croats and the Hungarians was fierce.”

3. noun

A breed of horse.

“The Croat was known for its strength and agility.”

4. verb

To cut or clear (something) roughly or roughly and violently.

“The farmer croated the field to prepare it for planting.”