mate synonyms

mate

n.

  1. One of a pair

    complement, analog, counterpart; see match 2.

  2. A companion

    partner, comrade, schoolfellow, stable companion, helpmate, playmate, classmate, buddy*, pal*, chum*, roomie*; see also friend 1.

  3. A marriage partner

    spouse, bride, groom, bedmate, the old man*, the old lady*; see also husband, wife.

  4. A naval officer

    warrant officer, skipper, petty officer, next in command to a captain, first mate, second mate, third mate, boatswain's mate; see also officer 3.

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