pate: Meaning and Definition of
pate
Pronunciation: (pāt), [key] — n.
- the crown or top of the head.
- the head.
- the brain.
pâte
Pronunciation: (pät), [key] — n.
- porcelain paste used in ceramic work.
pâ•té
Pronunciation: (pä-tā', pa-Fr.pä-tā', pa-), [key] — pl. -tés
- a paste or spread made of puréed or finely chopped liver, meat, fish, game, etc., served as an hors d'oeuvre.
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