pattée

/ ˈpæteɪ; ˈpætɪ /

adjective

1. often postpositive (of a cross) having triangular arms widening outwards

Word History and Origins

Origin of pattée¹

from French patte paw

Example Sentences

Colonel Pattee was on his horse, half faced about toward his men, evidently impatient and eager.

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Upon this is placed a Maltese or cross pattee of brilliants.

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Colonel Pattee took command of these, and they acted together as one organization.

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Our fire continuing, Colonel Pattee rode up to us, excitedly, to learn what it meant.

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