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maty

British  
/ ˈmeɪtɪ /

noun

  1. a variant of matey

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I'm glad to hear you talk in this manner, my hearties," put in Jack; "and I hope I may find you accommodatin' in a plan I've got to help the maty out of this difficulty.

From Jack Tier by Cooper, James Fenimore

I say, maty, how should you like to be shoved ashore there, eh?'

From Typee by Stedman, Arthur

Take my advice, maty, and be in no hurry to hail every vessel you see.

From Jack Tier by Cooper, James Fenimore

"The maty has plenty of food and water where he is," said Jack.

From Jack Tier by Cooper, James Fenimore

Never mind, maty; let 'em come on; both the Molly and her master have got long legs and clean heels.

From Jack Tier by Cooper, James Fenimore