Meaning
The head, particularly the top or crown.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English pate, of uncertain origin. Perhaps a shortened form of Old French patene or Medieval Latin patena, both from Latin patina (“pan, dish”). Alternatively, perhaps akin to Old Frisian pote (“skull”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 17 recorded puzzles:
- 2026-06-24TACEMNP
- 2026-05-16AEHNOPT
- 2026-04-15AETNMPV
- 2025-12-08AZBTIEP
- 2025-06-24ACTIEPV
- 2025-06-20PTALEBH
- 2025-04-22TAPECNX
- 2025-02-12TYAPMEN
- 2024-10-17PTAIHEC
- 2024-09-09EATFCPY
- 2024-07-18TABEIPZ
- 2024-07-05PACENTU
+5 earlier appearances in the archive.