Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
place-mat
noun
/ˈpleɪsˌmæt/
Definition
A protective mat used on a table beneath a dish or to catch any spillage.
Examples
- She set the table with colorful place-mats for dinner.
- The place-mat helped prevent scratches on the wooden table.
- He always keeps a place-mat in front of his seat during meals.
Meaning
A piece of material placed on a table to define an area for one person to eat and to protect the table from spills and heat.
Synonyms
- table mat
- dinner mat
- table protector
