MAT

Definition

1. adjective not reflecting light. — synonyms: flat, matt, matte, matted
2. verb twist together or entwine into a confusing mass. — synonyms: entangle, tangle, snarl
3. verb change texture so as to become matted and felt-like. — synonyms: felt, felt_up, mat_up, matt-up, matte_up, matte
4. noun a thick flat pad used as a floor covering.
5. noun mounting consisting of a border or background for a picture. — synonyms: matting
6. noun sports equipment consisting of a piece of thick padding on the floor for gymnastic sports. — synonyms: gym_mat
7. noun a mass that is densely tangled or interwoven.
8. noun a master's degree in teaching. — synonyms: Master_of_Arts_in_Teaching
9. noun the property of having little or no contrast. — synonyms: flatness, lusterlessness, lustrelessness, matt, matte
10. noun a foundation (usually on soft ground) consisting of an extended layer of reinforced concrete. — synonyms: raft_foundation, raft
11. noun a small pad of material that is used to protect surface from an object placed on it.