pate

• Substantiv, das eine fein zerkleinerte oder gemahlene Masse aus Fleisch, Leber oder Geflügel bezeichnet, oft gewürzt und als Brotaufstrich oder Vorspeise serviert.

A noun referring to a finely minced or ground preparation of liver, meat, or fowl, often seasoned and served as a spread.

1. Finely minced meat or liverB2formal

   A rich, savory spread made from finely ground or minced meat, liver, or fowl, often seasoned and used as an appetizer.

   Pastete

   • We served duck pâté with crackers at the party.
   • The chef prepared a smooth chicken liver pâté.
   • Pâté is often enjoyed with toast and pickles.

   Synonymepastespreadterrine

2. Top of the headC1informal

   The crown or upper part of the head, often used in a somewhat humorous or old-fashioned way.

   Krone des Kopfes

   • He rubbed his bald pate thoughtfully.
   • The sun beat down on his uncovered pate.
   • She gave him a gentle tap on the pate.

   Synonymecrowndomepollscalp