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Rarematey
The correct spelling is matey.
How to pronounce matey
noun
Say it like: Mat-ee
The correct spelling is matey. The conclusive victory in a game of chess that occurs when an opponent's king is threatened with unavoidable capture. For example: "He's my best mate."
Usage Examples
“He's my best mate.”
“Excuse me, mate, have you got the time?”
“I found one of the socks I wanted to wear, but I couldn't find its mate.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The conclusive victory in a game of chess that occurs when an opponent's king is threatened with unavoidable capture.
- 2.(by extension) Any losing situation with no escape; utter defeat.
- 3.A fellow, comrade, colleague, partner or someone with whom something is shared, e.g. shipmate, classmate.
- 4.(especially of a non-human animal) A breeding partner.
- 5.A friend, usually of the same sex.
adjective
- 1.Sociable or friendly.
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