GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English
last match results
Found one definition
-
Plateau (?), n.; pl. F. Plateaux (F. >; E. >), E. Plateaus (#). [F., fr. OF. platel, properly a little plate. See Plate.]
1. A flat surface; especially, a broad, level, elevated area of land; a table-land.
[1913 Webster]
2. An ornamental dish for the table; a tray or salver.
[1913 Webster]