Definitions

1. verb

to declare or announce something, especially a fact or a decision

“The court will cate the winner of the election.”

2. verb

to classify or categorize something

“The scientist cated the different species of birds.”

3. noun

a category or classification

“The cate of mammals includes bears, cats, and dogs.”

4. noun

a decision or finding, especially in a court of law

“The cate was made by the judge after reviewing the evidence.”