Pronunciation

/pleɪt/

Definitions

Noun

1. Plate (food): A flat dish, usually made of ceramic or plastic, used for serving food at the table. Example: “The server placed a steaming plate of pasta on the table.”
2. Dining plate: The main dish served during a meal. Example: “The main course was served on a large porcelain plate.”
3. Record or disc: A flat, circular object used to store and play music or data. Example: “The vinyl record has a distinctive design on its plate.”
4. Medal or award: A small, flat piece given to honor achievement. Example: “He received a gold medal for his outstanding performance.”
5. Television screen: The display surface of a TV. Example: “The high-definition plate displayed vibrant colors.”

Verb

1. To serve food on a plate. Example: “The chef plated the perfectly cooked salmon.”
2. To place or present something neatly. Example: “She lovingly plated the salad with a variety of greens.”

Adjective

1. Characteristic of a plate, such as round or flat. Example: “A circular plate with a white rim.”

Phrases

• “Serve a plate” means to prepare and present food on a plate.
• “Clear the plates” is a request to remove dishes from the table after a meal.
• “Plate a design” refers to arranging elements on a surface like a wall or canvas.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The chef arranged the garnish beautifully on each plate.”
• Verb: “He carefully plated the salad, making sure the colors complemented each other.”
• Adjective: “The round plate was the centerpiece of the dining table.”

Synonyms

• Dish
• Platter
• Saucer
• Tray
• Disc (for record or data)
• Medal (for honor)
• Screen (TV)