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cate

noun

ˈkāt

Definition of cate

archaic

as in treat

something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury visited the victualler to purchase some cates and wine

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For example, once a rat has been trained to push a lever to get a treat, its dopamine levels will rise at the sight of the lever before the treat is even available.

— Maia Szalavitz, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
Each hot chocolate mix is packaged in its own decorative box with flavors like peppermint swirl, gingerbread, s’mores, chocolate cherry, and more to finish every day with a cheerful sweet treat.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026

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Halloween candy hasn’t even been handed out yet, but Hilary Duff is definitely in a Christmas mood already.

— Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2026
Allrecipes points to Reddit discussions where shoppers compare store brand chips, cookies and candy with national brand versions.

— Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026

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