cates
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Noun — (archaic) Food, especially fine or special dishes; delicacies.
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Etymology
Shortened from "acates," related to "cater" — the person who buys provisions.
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What does “cates” mean?
The word “cates” means (archaic) Food, especially fine or special dishes; delicacies. In plain terms, old-fashioned word for tasty food or delicacies.
How do you use “cates” in a sentence?
Here is “cates” used in a sentence: “The banquet table groaned under all manner of cates and sweetmeats.”
What part of speech is “cates”?
“Cates” is a noun.