Pate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /peɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pate is a noun meaning (somewhat archaic) The head, particularly the top or crown.
Meaning
(somewhat archaic) The head, particularly the top or crown.
More Meanings
- The interior body, or non-rind portion of cheese, described by its texture, density, and color.
- Alternative spelling of pâté (finely-ground paste of meat, fish, etc.)
- (archaic) Wit, cleverness, cognitive abilities.
Example Sentences
He had a shiny, bald pate.
For his vnhappynes ſhall come vpon his owne heade, ⁊ his wickednes ſhall fall vpon his owne pate.
The whole benighted, blooming crew, The Puddin'-thieves, the Usher too, Are being beaten black and blue With bottles on the pate.
I am reſolued, tis but a thee yeeres faſt: The minde ſhall banquet, though the body pine, Fat paunches haue leane pates: and daynty bits Make rich the ribbes, but banerout quite the wits.
Word Forms
- pates
Synonyms for pate
Depending on context, synonyms include crown, poll.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crown, poll, head, noggin, pat, addle.
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