MATE

noun

Definition

The Paraguay tea, being the dried leaf of the Brazilian holly (Ilex Paraguensis). The infusion has a pleasant odor, with an agreeable bitter taste, and is much used for tea in South America.

Other Definitions

This word also has 2 other definitions:

MATE (adjective)

See 2d Mat. [Obs.] Chaucer.

MATE (verb)

1. To confuse; to confound. [Obs.] Shak. 2. To checkmate.

Added: October 09, 2025 Updated: October 09, 2025

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