Meaning

(somewhat archaic) The head, particularly the top or crown..

Definitions by Sense

1. (somewhat archaic) The head, particularly the top or crown.
2. (archaic) Wit, cleverness, cognitive abilities.
3. Alternative spelling of pâté (finely-ground paste of meat, fish, etc.)
4. The interior body, or non-rind portion of cheese, described by its texture, density, and color.

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.

I thank thee for that ieſt; heer’s a garment for’t: Wit ſhall not goe vn-rewarded while I am King of this Country: Steale by line and leuell, is an excellent paſſe of pate: there’s another garment for’t.

Word Forms

• pates

Synonyms for patée

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When Should You Use Patée?

Use patée when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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