cate

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

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Noun
  • Rare double-comet encounter Having two right comets visible in the sky around the same time is a rare cosmic treat.
    Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 20 Oct. 2025
  • To ensure enough treats are available for all the dogs, registration is requested.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • So everyone on social media—or you folks playing candy crush on the commute—same message.
    Bill Hoogterp, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2025
  • Think spooky cocktails and mocktails, or a boo‑cuterie board layered with cheese, fruit, candy, and charcuterie for a festive and easy-to-assemble centerpiece.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025
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“Cate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cate. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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