Definitions

1. noun

A flat or shallow area of water, especially one in a river or lake.

“The plat in the lake made it difficult for the fishermen to navigate.”

2. noun

A flat surface or area of ground.

“The plat of land was cleared for the new construction project.”

3. noun

A flat or shallow area of ground, especially one that is cultivated for a particular crop.

“The farmer planted a plat of wheat in the field.”

4. verb

To lay out or prepare a plat of land for building or cultivation.

“The developer platted the land for a new housing development.”

5. verb

To map or chart a plat of land, especially for surveying or navigation purposes.

“The surveyor had to plat the entire area before completing the project.”