Definition

A flat dish used for serving or eating food, often round and made of ceramic, glass, or plastic.

Example

She placed the salad on a large plate before serving it to her guests.

Conversation

I just got a new plate for my collection of vintage dishes.

That sounds awesome! What does it look like?

It's a beautiful blue and white design, really unique.

I can't wait to see it! Do you display all your plates?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To arrange food on a dish for serving or to cover something with a thin layer of material.

Example

The chef will plate the dish beautifully before serving it to the guests.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you figured out how to plate the food for the dinner party?

Not yet, but I’m thinking of making it look really nice.

You should definitely take your time to plate it well; presentation matters!

Root Explanation

Plate → The word 'plate' originates from Old French 'plate', meaning a flat dish or plate. It refers to a flat, typically round dish used for serving food.

Memory Tip

Think of a flat dish used for serving food, as 'plate' comes from the Old French word for a flat dish.

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