friend. Though its origins are widely disputed, it is a British word, brought over to Australia by the convicts, then some Kiwi tourist stole it.
England: "This is John, he's my mate."
Australia: "G'day mate!"
Kiwiland: "YOUR MY MATE?!!!!!!!!111!1!1!111!!"
anyone you don't know or can't remeber the name of
"hey johno long time no see how are you?"
- "yeah good... mate yourself??"
"hey watch it mate"
A scientific word used for showing sexual affection towards your friends.
Ella refuses to understand that you cannot “mate” with random friends.
Mate (pronounced "mahtay" and also called by its full name "yerba mate)) is a medicinal and cultural drink of ancient origins. Introduced to the world by the Guarani Indians of South America, Mate contains ingredients that help keep its drinkers healthy and energetic. It is quickly replacing coffee among the health conscious and cultural hipsters. It is addictive.
There is no way I will be able to make through the party without more mate, I will crash.
A slang term, used often by Australians and in Britain. Can also be used when trying to persuade someone.
Bully: 'Hey mate, we bin budds for aaaages...Gimmie your lunch money."
Poor, innocent victim: "But..."
To reproduce with a member of the oppsite sex.
Lookit those dogs mate! The dude's like a jackhammer! ... ... ... I'm gonna go join in.