welshyrob's definitions

Mate

Used in Australia and the United Kingdom, Particularly England and Wales

1.Meaning a friend or acquaintance.

2.Can be used to address somebody if you do not know the persons name

1 "I'm going to the park with my mates" or "She's just my mate"

2 "Excuse me mate, do you have the time?"

by welshyrob April 2, 2008