English Meaning & Definitions
A friend or companion.
- “He went to the pub with his mates.”
- “She is my best mate from university.”
Each of a pair of animals associated for breeding.
- “Eagles choose a single mate for life.”
- “The peacock displays its feathers to attract a mate.”
To bring together a male and female animal to breed, or to join as partners.
- “Farmers usually mate the sheep in autumn.”
- “Some bird species mate for life.”
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Compare formal, informal, literary synonyms and register nuances for “mate”.
Middle English (in the sense 'companion, associate'): from Low German or Dutch 'maate', ultimately from West Germanic 'gamatjo' (someone sharing an apartment or table), related to 'meat'.
Think of finding your soul 'mate' to remember a partner or companion.
Frequently Asked Questions About “mate”
1. What is the meaning of “mate” in English?
In English, mate (noun) is defined as: “A friend or companion.”.
2. How do you use “mate” in a sentence?
“He went to the pub with his mates.”
4. What is the etymology and word origin of “mate”?
Middle English (in the sense 'companion, associate'): from Low German or Dutch 'maate', ultimately from West Germanic 'gamatjo' (someone sharing an apartment or table), related to 'meat'.
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