Meaning & Definition of word "Plate"

noun:

• 1. A flat dish or container typically made of ceramic or glass, used for serving or eating food.
  • Example: She set the table with a large plate for the main course.
• 2. A thin flat piece of material used in various applications, such as printing or manufacturing.
  • Example: The printer used a metal plate to transfer the ink onto the paper.
• 3. A section of the Earth's crust that moves over the molten layer beneath it.
  • Example: The earthquake occurred due to the shifting of tectonic plates.
• 4. A flat, typically rectangular or circular piece of something, often used as a base or support.
  • Example: The artist worked on a ceramic plate to create her latest design.

verb:

• 1. To put food on a plate for serving.
  • Example: She plated the food beautifully before serving it to the guests.
• 2. To cover or coat with a thin layer of metal or other material.
  • Example: The jeweler plated the ring in gold to give it a luxurious finish.