BusinessAugust 29, 2026

qatari

kuh-TAH-ree

Definition

Relating to the country of Qatar, its people, or its government.

Etymology

Derived from the name of the country, Qatar, which is likely taken from the ancient settlement of Zubarah or the Arabic word 'qatara' meaning 'to drop' or 'trickle'.

In the news

In the article, the term is used to describe the Prime Minister of Qatar, who is facilitating diplomatic negotiations between Iran and the international community.

Iran acknowledges economic toll of war with US

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Middle East Online

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