place mat

• Petite nappe ou dessous-de-plat décoratif placé sur la table sous une assiette ou un plat pendant le repas.

A protective or decorative mat placed on a table under a person's plate or dish during a meal.

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   A protective mat placed on a dining table under a plate or dish to protect the surface and enhance the table setting.

   set de table

   • She set the table with colorful place mats for the dinner party.
   • The restaurant uses woven place mats for a rustic look.
   • Please put a place mat under your plate to protect the table.