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