n. [ From Plat to braid. ] One who plats or braids. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ Probably fr. OF. platel, F. plateau. See Plateau. ] A large plate or shallow dish on which meat or other food is brought to the table. [ 1913 Webster ]
The attendants . . . speedly brought in several large, smoking platters, filled with huge pieces of beef. Sir W. Scott. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. Having a broad, flat face. [ 1913 Webster ]