METATES

Noun

metates

plural of metate

Anagrams

• metaset

Source: Wiktionary


METATE

Me*ta"te, n. [Sp., fr. Mex. metlatl.]

Definition: A flat or somewhat hollowed stone upon which grain or other food is ground, by means of a smaller stone or pestle. [Southwestern U. S. & Sp. Amer.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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