pate.
The head, particularly the top or crown.
Meaning & usage
The head, particularly the top or crown.
He had a shiny, bald pate.
Wit, cleverness, cognitive abilities.
Where this word comes from
From Middle English pate, of uncertain origin. Perhaps a shortened form of Old French patene or Medieval Latin patena, both from Latin patina (“pan, dish”). Alternatively, perhaps akin to Old Frisian pote (“skull”).
Alternative spelling of pâté (finely-ground paste of meat, fish, etc.)
The interior body, or non-rind portion of cheese, described by its texture, density, and color.
Where this word comes from
Attested since circa 1700, from French pâté, from Old French paste, pastée. Doublet of pâté and patty.
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