What does matey mean?
A friend or companion, especially one who is a sailor or a pirate. A term of address used to a friend, especially in a nautical or informal context.
Example
"After a long day at sea, the captain turned to his matey and said, 'Let's grab a pint at the local pub.'"
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.