Synonyms for
Mat
Definition
a small piece of material used to protect a surface or to wipe one's shoes
Synonyms & similar words
lusterlessness
matt
tangle
masterofartsinteaching
disentangle
flat
unsnarl
mat
matup
lustrelessness
flatness
entangle
gymmat
matting
snarl
mattup
matte
feltup
felt
matteup
matted
rug
pad
carpet
floorcloth
footcloth
doormat
runner
tapestry
cover
overlay
throw
blanket
quilt
comforter
cushion
pillow
bolster
mattress
bedroll
futon
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- door mat
- yoga mat
- place mat
- bath mat
- floor mat
- welcome mat
- mouse mat
Word family
Usage note
While 'mat' can refer to a piece of fabric or other material placed on a floor or surface, it is also commonly used as a verb meaning to entangle or become matted, especially hair or fibers.
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Example sentences
- I need to buy a new mat for my yoga class.
- The dog likes to sleep on his mat.
- The restaurant had woven bamboo mats on the tables.
- I put a mat under my easel to protect the floor.
- We rolled out the sleeping mats in the tent.
Quotes
"A baby is God's opinion that life should go on." - Carl Sandburg
"The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." - Socrates
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs