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Mate Definition & Meaning

1. A friend or companion.

Example: "i'm going to meet up with my mates at the pub tonight."

2. A romantic partner or spouse.

Example: "i'm so lucky to have found my soul mate."

3. A chess piece that moves in an l-shape.

Example: "the knight is a powerful mate in chess."

4. A sailor's assistant or deckhand.

Example: "the captain ordered the mate to hoist the sails."

5. A type of tea beverage popular in south america.

Example: "i tried mate for the first time in argentina and loved it."

Examples of the word mate used in sentences.

  • "I can't wait to meet my new workmate tomorrow."
  • "In Australia, it's common to have a cup of mate with friends."
  • "My mate and I love to go fishing every weekend."
  • "My classmate helped me with my homework after school."
  • "Do you have a spare pen, mate? I forgot mine at home."
  • I'm looking for a new flatmate to share the rent.
  • Have you tried the new café down the street, mate?
  • My mate and I went to the beach for a swim.
  • Can you pass me my cuppa, mate?
  • My workmate and I are going out for drinks tonight after work.
  • We're going to mate our mare with a prize-winning stallion next month.
  • Do you fancy going out for a pint with your mates tonight?
  • My best mate and I have known each other since primary school.
  • I always take a thermos of mate with me when I go hiking in the mountains.
  • In some cultures, it is customary to offer a mate gourd filled with tea as a sign of hospitality.
  • My friends and I enjoy having a cup of mate together during our weekend hiking trips.
  • As a bird enthusiast, I was thrilled to finally spot a pair of blue-tailed mates on my last birdwatching trip.
  • I always bring a cup of mate to work, as it gives me the energy boost I need to start my day.
  • When studying abroad in Australia, I quickly learned that ordering a "flat white" meant a different thing than asking for a "mate" in a coffee shop.
  • My Argentinian roommate taught me how to prepare mate properly, and it has become a daily ritual for me ever since.
  • The detective was able to crack the case by interviewing the victim's business partner, who turned out to be the prime suspect and the victim's former mate.
  • A good study mate can help you stay focused and motivated when preparing for exams.
  • The culinary arts program at the university offers a course on how to properly pair wine with different types of fish, meat, and vegetarian dishes.
  • As a wildlife photographer, I was thrilled to capture a pair of lion mates in the Serengeti National Park.
  • In many cultures, sharing a cup of mate is a sign of friendship and hospitality.
  • As an avid tea drinker, I always have a trusty mate by my side, whether I'm working or relaxing.
  • A true mate is someone who isn't afraid to call you out when you're in the wrong, but also supports you through thick and thin.
  • The two artists worked together as mates in unity, producing a masterpiece that left the whole art world in awe.
  • I've been looking for a reliable mate to travel with me on my upcoming adventure, someone who shares my sense of wanderlust and is up for anything.
  • In the midst of a fierce competition, the football team rallied around their captain, determined to show their opponents what true mates were made of.
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