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Meaning of mate
A person with whom one has a strong bond of friendship or camaraderie.
Etymology of mate
The word "mate" has its roots in the Old English word "gemæcca", which means "fellow" or "companion"
It is also related to the Old Norse word "mæta", which means "to meet" or "to encounter"
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a friend or companion, and its meaning has expanded over time to include romantic partners and fellow crew members
Synonyms
Definitions
- A friend or companion
- A person with whom one is associated or has a close relationship
- A person who shares an activity or occupation with another
- A person with whom one is romantically involved
- A person who is a fellow member of a ship's crew
Usage Examples
- My mate from college is coming over for dinner tonight
- The two mates had been friends since childhood
- The captain and his mate sailed the ship across the ocean
- The couple were mates for many years before getting married
Antonyms
enemy
foe
adversary
opponent
rival
stranger
acquaintance
outsider
foreigner
alien
antagonist
nemesis
detractor
critic
opponent
competitor
challenger