cate

Definition of catenext
archaic
as in treat
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury visited the victualler to purchase some cates and wine

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cate
Noun
  • Play soft music to drown out fireworks blasts and give your pet something to do, like putting treats inside an interactive toy, to keep them calm and happy.
    Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Fourth of July parties at her Rhode Island home have featured red, white and blue outfits, plus barbecue and baked treats, according to reports.
    Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
Noun
  • From candy makers to bakers and wedding favor brands, people and companies around the world appear to be capitalizing on what could be the biggest wedding of the era.
    Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Darrell Lea Lemonade Licorice Darrell Lea Lemonade Licorice puts a bright citrus spin on the classic chewy candy.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 July 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Cate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cate. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster