Tate

American  

[teyt] / teɪt /

noun

1. Sir Henry, 1819–99, English merchant and philanthropist: founder of an art gallery Tate Gallery in London, England.

2. (John Orley) Allen 1899–1979, U.S. poet, critic, and editor.

3. James, 1943–2015, U.S. poet.

4. Nahum 1652–1715, English poet and playwright, born in Ireland: poet laureate 1692–1715.

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Tate British  

/ teɪt /

noun

1. ( John Orley ) Allen. 1899–1979, US poet and critic

2. Sir Henry. 1819–99, British sugar refiner and philanthropist; founder of the Tate Gallery

3. Nahum (ˈneɪʊm). 1652–1715, British poet, dramatist, and hymn-writer, born in Ireland: poet laureate (1692–1715). He is best known for writing a version of King Lear with a happy ending

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Example Sentences

Yet the next two picks were both offensive players, with the Arizona Cardinals selecting running back Jeremiyah Love before the Tennessee Titans sprang a surprise by taking wide receiver Carnell Tate.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

The ferocity of the Lakers answer rattled Houston such that the Rockets were hit with two technical fouls on unbridled anger from Jae’Sean Tate and coach Ime Udoka.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves has supported the project in Southaven, Miss., saying in January External link that xAI is spending upward of $20 billion and bringing hundreds of jobs to the area.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

In a video clip shared by BroBible sports editor Jorge Alonso, Fieri can be seen warmly shaking hands with Tate and bumping shoulders as they greet each other.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

“Calpurnia Tate, are we interrupting you?” she said.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly