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mat

[mæt]

mat Definition

  • 1a piece of material placed on a floor or other flat surface, serving a range of purposes including safety, cleanliness, and decoration
  • 2a small piece of coarse fabric used for wiping one's shoes or feet before entering a building

Using mat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The yoga studio had colorful mats laid out for the class.

  • Example

    He wiped his muddy boots on the mat before entering the house.

  • Example

    The welcome mat at the front door was frayed and worn.

  • Example

    The gymnast performed her routine on the padded mat.

mat Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with mat

  • play mat

    a mat designed for children to play on, often with colorful designs and interactive features

    Example

    The daycare center had a large play mat with alphabet letters and numbers for the kids to learn.

  • a small mat used to provide traction for a computer mouse

    Example

    He bought a new mouse mat with a picture of his favorite sports team on it.

  • a small mat used to protect surfaces from moisture or heat damage caused by drinks

    Example

    She placed a coaster mat under her glass of water to prevent rings on the wooden table.

Origins of mat

from Old English 'matt', meaning 'a mat, matting'

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Summary: mat in Brief

A 'mat' [mæt] is a piece of material that serves various purposes, such as safety, cleanliness, and decoration. It can be used as a flooring or doormat, or as a small piece of fabric for wiping shoes or feet. Examples include yoga mats, welcome mats, and gymnastics mats. Other types of mats include play mats for children, mouse mats for computers, and coaster mats for drinks.

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