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Electronic display with a matte surface
A matte display is an electronic display with a matte surface. Matte displays feature a light-scattering antireflection layer, which reduces reflectivity
Matte_display
Electronic display with a glossy surface
better color intensity and contrast ratios than matte displays. The primary disadvantage of these displays is their tendency to reflect any external light
Glossy_display
Topics referred to by the same term
having a non-glossy finish; see gloss (optics) Matte display, an electronic display with a matte surface Matte (metallurgy), a term for the liquid generated
Matte
Series of computer monitors sold by Apple Inc.
panels were retired, except for the 30-inch Cinema Display. Apple had already moved away from matte screens in its line of iMac desktop computers on August
Apple_Cinema_Display
Filming technique
Open matte is a filming technique that involves matting out the top and bottom of the film frame in the movie projector (known as a soft matte) for the
Open_matte
American computer hardware subsidiary of Dell Inc.
17, updated with Nvidia GeForce 900 series. Features FHD matte display or FHD touch display. A port on the rear for graphics amplifier. This model introduced
Alienware
American computer company
same event, Framework announced a higher capacity 61 Wh battery, a matte display option, and a Cooler Master case to house Framework motherboards. The
Framework_Computer
Computer output device
3D scanning. Glossy screen Some displays, especially newer flat-panel monitors, replace the traditional anti-glare matte finish with a glossy one. This
Computer_monitor
Display technology
strain' display". CNET. Retrieved 2023-10-23. Petra Player (2023-03-09). "TCL Nxtpaper 10s review: a mid-range tablet with an eye-catching matte display". TechRadar
Nxtpaper
High-end HarmonyOS phablet smartphone line by Huawei
000-nit display". Notebookcheck. Retrieved 2025-12-02. Soumyakanti (2024-09-19). "Huawei launches MatePad 12 X globally with PaperMatte display, sleek
Huawei_Mate
2008 netbook computer
The screen is a matte display and measures 10.2 inches (259 mm) diagonally, and has a resolution of 1024×600 pixels. An external display can be used through
Samsung_NC10
Vacuum tube used to display images
guns, which emit electron beams, which are directed and controlled to display images on a phosphorescent screen. The images may represent electrical
Cathode_ray_tube
Android smartphone made by Xiaomi
is available in three colour variants — Matte Blue, Matte Gold, and Matte Black. With 5.45-inch HD+ display, Redmi 7A comes in two storage variants,
Redmi_7A
2026 smartphone by Apple
iPhone 17e features an aluminium frame accompanied by a glass front and matte finished back glass featuring a ceramic protective coating. It also shares
IPhone_17e
Semi-discontinued line of high-end laptops and desktops, and line of printers from HP
mostly aluminum chassis and can be customized to accommodate a 1080p matte display, multi-touch touchpad, and up to 1.5 TB HDD. The HP Envy Dv6 runs Windows
HP_Envy
2025 mid-range Android smartphones manufactured by Samsung
texture, while the 5G models have a matte finish. All models continue to have the same 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display as before, with a refresh rate of 90 Hz
Samsung_Galaxy_A17
Height/width proportion of an image
pan and scan or EAR (Expanded Aspect Ratio)/open matte, the latter meaning removing the cinematic matte from a 2.40:1 film to open up the full 1.33:1 frame
Aspect_ratio_(image)
Colorado-based art pottery company
craft and art of pottery. Van Briggle's Art Nouveau designs and distinctive matte glazes were awarded high honors from prestigious sources, including the
Van_Briggle_Pottery
Operation in computer graphics
correctly, it is necessary to keep an associated matte for each element in addition to its color. This matte layer contains the coverage information—the shape
Alpha_compositing
Line of notebook computers and mobile workstations
to the widescreen display. The screen is high-gloss, covered by an edge-to-edge reflective glass finish, while an anti-glare matte option is available
MacBook_Pro
American football player (1939–2021)
list of plays on a wristband that Matte wore. The wristband is now on display at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Matte would bloom late in his career. In
Tom_Matte
2021 smartphone by Apple
on the front display, or "notch", is now 20% smaller than in previous generations. The back side of the iPhone 13 Pro is made of a matte glass finish
IPhone_13_Pro
South American holly plant
carcinogenic, may significantly increase cancer risk. Black drink Club-Mate Matte Leão Ilex guayusa, known as guayusa, another caffeine-containing holly species
Yerba_mate
Line of consumer electronic devices
and have fast charging and wireless charging Materials: Aluminum frame, matte glass back, IP68 water and dust resistance Colors: Just Black , Clearly
Google_Pixel
Handheld mobile device
polycarbonate, aluminium, or glass. Polycarbonate back covers may be glossy or matte, and possibly textured, like dotted on the Galaxy S5 or leathered on the
Smartphone
Type of motorcycle
silver, matte red and matte black) All Suzuki Access 125s manufactured after 2016 have SEP engines and part digital part analogue display and Ride Connect
Suzuki_Access_125
Aspect ratio with a width of 16 units and height of 9 units
raster space. This has similarities to a filming technique called open matte. In 1993, the European Union instituted the 16:9 Action Plan, to accelerate
16:9_aspect_ratio
2024 Android-based smartphones manufactured by Samsung Electronics
having a matte back, while the 5G models having a glossy back), plastic frame and the glass front. All models continue to feature superAMOLED display with
Samsung_Galaxy_A16
Combining of visual elements from separate sources into single images
"traveling matte": a specially altered duplicate shot which lies on top of the copy film stock. Like its digital successor, traditional matte photography
Compositing
2-seater front mid-engine sports car developed by Mercedes-AMG
while deliveries of SLS AMG Roadster Matte Black Edition, SLS AMG Coupé Matte White Edition, SLS AMG Roadster Matte White Edition began in September 2012
Mercedes-Benz_SLS_AMG
Motorola mobile phone model
by a slightly larger notch under the Motorola logo when closed, a black matte Motorola logo in the battery cover instead of the metallic silver logo in
Motorola_Razr_V3
2024 foldable smartphone by Samsung Electronics
foldable smartphone with certified dust protection. Its frame is made of matte aluminum and does not include a titanium frame, unlike the Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung_Galaxy_Z_Fold_6
Input and output device
A touchscreen (or touch screen) is a type of display that can detect touch input from a user to do a specific task. It consists of both an input device
Touchscreen
2019 smartphone by Apple
centered on the back of the device with no text, and the glass has a frosted matte finish, unlike the glossy finish found on other previous flagship iPhones
IPhone_11_Pro
Various processes by which imagery is created
and games, motion tracking usually refers more to match moving. Matte painting: A matte painting is a painted representation of a landscape, set, or distant
Visual_effects
Android smartphone manufactured by Honor
made of glossy plastic in blue color and matte in all other colors. The back panel and side part are made of matte plastic. By design, the models are almost
Honor_X8
Line of notebook computers by Sony
have features friendly to businesspeople, such as TPM chips, matte (anti-glare) displays, RAID SSDs, and extended sheet batteries, as well as continuing
Sony_Vaio_S_series
2024 flagship smartphones by Samsung Electronics
have the Exynos 2400 chipset). The Galaxy S24 and S24+ have aluminum and matte glass versions and are available in four standard colors: Amber Yellow,
Samsung_Galaxy_S24
2025 smartphone by Apple
iPhone 16e features an aluminium frame accompanied by a glass front and matte finished back glass featuring a ceramic protective coating. It also shares
IPhone_16e
Film technique used for special effects
sodium vapor. This second film element is used to create a matte, as well as a counter-matte, for use during compositing on an optical printer. These complementary
Sodium_vapor_process
2023 entry-level Android smartphones series
texture on the Galaxy F05, simple glossy plastic on the Galaxy M05, and matte plastic on the Galaxy A05s, Galaxy F14, and Galaxy M14. On the bottom side
Samsung_Galaxy_A05
1971 35mm single-lens reflex camera
1980 Canon introduced "Laser Matte" focusing screens identified by an "L" in a circle on the screen's label. These Laser Matte screens were noticeably brighter
Canon_F-1
Smartphone model
high-refresh-rate AMOLED display, a large-capacity battery, and 5G connectivity. The iQOO Z10 has a plastic frame with a matte finish and curved edges
IQOO_Z10
2025 foldable smartphone by Samsung Electronics
being offered exclusively through Samsung's online store. It features a matte glass back panel and aluminum frame. As part of its physical refinement
Samsung_Galaxy_Z_Flip_7
2022 smartphone by Apple
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max were the first iPhones to have a new type of display cutout called "Dynamic Island", replacing the notch design that has been
IPhone_14_Pro
Android smartphone
colors were available, with color addition later on: Titan Black - has a matte-frosted glass with silky finish. Fingerprint-resistant design. Eternal Green
OnePlus_11
Aspect ratio of a displayed image
Index of articles related to motion pictures Open matte Pan and scan Ultrawide formats Widescreen display modes Widescreen signaling (WSS) "Niagara Falls
Widescreen
Smartphone model
bezels are made of matte plastic. The back panel of the realme C35 is made of glossy plastic, while in the narzo 50A Prime, it's mostly matte plastic with a
Realme_C35
2023 Android smartphones from Oppo
A18 based on its specifications. The display is made of glass, while the side frames and back panel are made of matte plastic. The smartphones also feature
Oppo_A18
2024 foldable smartphone by Samsung Electronics
rings are color-matched to the device’s body. The frame is constructed from matte aluminum, compared to the polished frame on the Z Flip 5. The device holds
Samsung_Galaxy_Z_Flip_6
Chilean sculptor (1875–1929)
daughter, Lily Iñíguez Matte. Lily would die in 1926, this grief causing Matte not to sculpt anymore. In 1899, she displayed a statue entitled "Horace"
Rebeca_Matte_Bello
2021 Android-based smartphone series manufactured by Realme
sold in four colors: Infinite Blue (matte), Infinite Black (matte), Punk Black (glossy), and Illuminating Yellow (matte). The realme 8i was sold in Space
Realme_8
2020 Android-based smartphones produced by OnePlus
Glacial Green (matte), while the 8 Pro has its own Ultramarine Blue (matte) finish. The 8 has two additional colors, a Polar Silver (matte) finish exclusive
OnePlus_8
Black bars below and above an image
in which Crazy Frog peeks over the matte on the lower edge of the screen with part of his hands overlapping the matte. Similar to breaking the border of
Letterboxing_(filming)
2021 mid-range smartphone by Samsung Electronics
It has an Infinity-O display with a selfie camera cutout and slim bezels, just like the A51. Unlike the A51, the A52 has matte color options rather than
Samsung_Galaxy_A52
Sports car produced by Lamborghini
Balboni Ginza Tower. Marrone Apus (matte brown), Giallo Horus (matte gold), Nero Nemesis (matte black), Bianco Canopus (matte white) body colors were introduced
Lamborghini_Gallardo
2022 Android smartphone manufactured by Samsung
quite match the matte back; a matte frame would have been better here. "Samsung Galaxy A13 4G, Galaxy A23 4G with a 6.6-inch display and quad cameras
Samsung_Galaxy_A23
2025 mid-range foldable smartphone by Samsung Electronics
its predecessor, it features a matte glass back panel and aluminum frame. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE features the same display specifications as the Galaxy
Samsung_Galaxy_Z_Flip_7_FE
Android smartphones
constructed with Gorilla Glass 7i on the front and offers a vegan leather or matte acrylic back, depending on the variant. The phone is IP68 and IP69 rated
Motorola_Edge_60_series
Sports car manufactured by Bugatti
in matte Steel Blue exterior colour. The body is also accented with Steel Blue bare carbon fibre. The exhaust system of the car is finished in matte black
Bugatti_Chiron
Line of notebook computers
right side of the chassis. In August 2009, Apple extended the "matte" anti-glare display option to the 15-inch MacBook Pro. On April 13, 2010, Intel Core
MacBook_Pro_(Intel-based)
Executive car series produced by Audi
larger diameter all-terrain tyres, and flared fenders and bumpers with matte finish, giving it a distinct appearance and more overall flexibility over
Audi_A6
Digital painting and 2D animation software
Frameworks 5. It is designed primarily for concept artists, illustrators, matte and texture artists, and the VFX industry. It has the following key features:
Krita
2024 OnePlus smartphone
claimed by Corning to be the strongest in their lineup. The back glass has a matte finish and comes in two colors: Iron Gray and Cool Blue. The device has
OnePlus_12R
Comparison article
specs, the -B, -V and -P. Only the -P model is shown. The -V model has a matte screen, Atom N270 (1.6 GHz), 6 cell battery that will last up to 8.5 hours
Comparison_of_netbooks
Smartphone by ASUS
also available in Japan on May 30. The Zenfone 12 Ultra has a matte glass back, narrow display bezels, and rounded corners. The frame is made from 100% recycled
Asus_Zenfone_12_Ultra
Tablet computer from Microsoft
operating system. Matte black Platinum At launch, the Surface Go 3 was only available in one color option, platinum. A matte black color was made
Surface_Go_3
Eighth-generation gaming smartphone
retains the 3.5mm headphone jack. Both the ROG Phone 9 and 9 Pro have a matte protective glass back with a nano-crystalline texture, which resists fingerprints
ROG_Phone_9
Type of slub-woven fabric
appearance; pongee silks range from appearing similar to satin to appearing matte and unreflective. Though pongee is typically made out of silk, it can be
Pongee
Method for adapting widescreen film to television
scan is a film editing technique used to modify widescreen images for display on a fullscreen screen. It involves cropping the sides of the original
Pan_and_scan
Battery-electric compact crossover SUV
variants—Adventure, Fearless, Empowered—and a special Stealth Edition with matte black styling. Bookings began in July 2025. It competes in the Indian EV
Tata_Harrier_EV
2019 Android-based smartphone developed by OPPO
on the phone is made of matte plastic, part of a build that includes a Gorilla Glass 3 front and a plastic back. The display occupies 81.6% of the front
Oppo_A5s
V8 sports car produced by Ferrari as a successor to the Ferrari 488
iridescent Blue Sandstone carbon fiber, while the rear bodywork is finished in a matte Argento Micalizzato gray paint. The HC25 is a one-off roadster developed
Ferrari_F8
2020 Android phablet manufactured by LG Electronics
smooth, silky matte glass finish that's fingerprint resistant, fingerprint sensor on the side, LG 3D Sound Engine, wide-screen display with 20:9 ratio
LG_K62
2025 retro-standard motorcycle by Kawasaki
Ocean Blue/Ebony in North America and Europe, Spark Black in Japan, and Matte Green in parts of Asia. Press coverage noted the W230's low seat height
Kawasaki_W230
Laptop by Microsoft
specifications compared to it, an increased number of storage options and a new matte black color. The Surface Laptop 2 is available in four colors: Black, Platinum
Surface_Laptop_2
Species of arachnid (type of jumping spider)
linear in P. audax and more oval in P. regius. Also, P. audax has pairs of matte black patches on the abdomen, while P. regius does not. Bold jumpers are
Phidippus_audax
Microsoft model laptop
Ice Blue Alcantara A | Platinum Alcantara S | Sandstone Metal B | Matte Black Metal P | Platinum Metal Surface Laptop 4 for consumers comes preloaded
Surface_Laptop_4
2021 budget smartphone by Samsung Electronics
of the 4G model is made of glossy plastic, while the 5G model is made of matte plastic. At the bottom are the USB-C connector, speaker, microphone and
Samsung_Galaxy_A13
2-in-1 convertible business tablet by Lenovo
Chromebook that has a matte black chassis with reinforced hinges and corners, a sturdy lid, and a rubber bumper protecting its display in order to help it
ThinkPad_Yoga
2020 Android phablets by Samsung Electronics
color options on the Note 20, have a matte finish, whereas, only the Mystic Bronze on the Note 20 Ultra, has a matte finish. Mystic Bronze is available
Samsung_Galaxy_Note_20
2009 fan film by Chris Bouchard
crew was headed by Adam Thomas while Maciej Kuciara supervised the Digital Matte works. Alban Kasikci, Brett Frame, Daren Horley, Dennis Fraser, Corey Butler
The_Hunt_for_Gollum
Fifth-generation Toyota Supra
Association and the Bob Woodruff Foundation. The auction car has a one-off matte grey exterior colour which is not offered on the standard Supra, as well
Toyota_GR_Supra
Motor vehicle
screen bezels, a matte grey bezel that is raised around the screen indicates it is a non-touchscreen display, while the touchscreen displays have a smooth
BMW_X1_(F48)
2021 mid-range Android-based smartphone from Samsung
It has an Infinity-O display with a cutout for the front-facing camera, just like the Galaxy A71. However, the device has matte color options rather than
Samsung_Galaxy_A72
Android smartphone developed by Motorola Mobility
surrounding the screen and a DuPont Kevlar sealed back plate in either matte, clear, or glossy red tint finish. The shape maintains the tapered corner
Droid_Maxx
1986 American science fiction film directed by Leonard Nimoy
sequences. Many shots used matte paintings to extend backgrounds and create establishing shots without the cost of building a set. Matte supervisor Chris Evans
Star_Trek_IV:_The_Voyage_Home
Series of laptops by Lenovo
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Display: 13.3" Glossy (1366×768) TN Graphics: Intel GMA 4500MHD Color: Midnight Black (Glossy, Matte), Heatwave Red (Glossy) RAM:
ThinkPad_E_series
1967 art car
bespoke Rolls-Royce Phantom V limousine in December 1964. Originally painted matte black, the car was delivered six months later in June 1965. When Lennon
John Lennon's psychedelic Rolls-Royce
John_Lennon's_psychedelic_Rolls-Royce
2020 smartphone model
glass. The back panel is made of glossy plastic, while the side frame is matte. The smartphones are identical in dimensions. In terms of design, the Honor
Honor_9C
2020 entry-level smartphone by Samsung Electronics
front display. The A01/M01 features a matte back design, while the Core variants feature a ripple pattern. The A01/M01 features a 5.7 in PLS TFT display with
Samsung_Galaxy_A01
Model whose mass-produced pictures see wide appeal as popular culture
fashion models whose pictures are intended for informal and aesthetic display, known for being pinned onto a wall. From the 1940s, pictures of pin-up
Pin-up_model
Form of academic conference
be printed on a large format printer. Glossy paper, matte paper (with or without gloss or matte lamination), satin paper, vinyl, and printable fabric
Poster_session
top and bottom of the picture. This mode is used for letterboxed and open matte video. In 14:9 mode, the picture is magnified more than in Normal mode,
Widescreen_display_modes
Android smartphone made by Xiaomi
curved (slippery) back and the front is made of Gorilla Glass 5, and the matte frame is made of plastic. The bezels are small, however, the phone does
Redmi_Note_9
Handheld game console by Sony
October 26 of that year. The E1000 model lacks Wi-Fi capability and has a matte finish similar to that of the slim PlayStation 3. It has a mono speaker
PlayStation_Portable
High resolution LCD monitors
internal refresh rate is always 41 Hz. The T221 9503-DG5/DGP(glossy)/DGM(matte) model was the final version, introduced in September 2003. The 9503-DG5/DGP/DGM
IBM_T220/T221_LCD_monitors
Fictional character in the book and film Metropolis; gynoid
piece of plywood to be used as a matte, and using a pair of circular neon lights of a diameter corresponding with the matte's silhouette. By covering the glass
Maschinenmensch
2017 Android smartphone by Essential Products
The Essential Phone has a titanium and ceramic body, an edge-to-edge display protected by Gorilla Glass 5, and two rear cameras, one of which is dedicated
Essential_Phone
Walking stick used by Moses
According to the Book of Exodus, the staff (Hebrew: מַטֶּה, romanized: maṭṭe, translated "rod" in the King James Bible) was used to produce water from
Staff_of_Moses
MATTE DISPLAY
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Surname or Lastname
English
English : patronymic from a pet form of Matthew.
Surname or Lastname
Portuguese and Galician
Portuguese and Galician : variant of Marta.Italian : probably from medieval Greek Martios ‘March’ or the Calabrian dialect word marti ‘Tuesday’, in either case probably denoting someone with some particular association with the month or the day.English : variant spelling of Mart 1.German : from a short form of Martin.
Boy/Male
Australian, Swedish
Gift of God
Female
German
Low German form of Gothic Mahthildis, METTE means "mighty in battle."
Male
English
Short form of English Matthew, MATT means "gift of God."
Surname or Lastname
English
English : patronymic from a pet form of Matthew.Hungarian and Jewish (Ashkenazic) : variant of Mates.
Female
English
Variant spelling of English Mattie, MATTY means "mighty in battle." Compare with masculine Matty.
Male
Finnish
Finnish form of Greek Mattathias, MATTI means "gift of God."
Male
Italian
Italian form of Hebrew Mattithyah, MATTEO means "gift of God."
Female
English
Pet form of English Matilda, MATTIE means "mighty in battle." Compare with masculine Mattie.
Surname or Lastname
German
German : topographic name for someone who lived by a meadow, from Matte 1 + -er, suffix denoting an inhabitant.English and Dutch : occupational name for a maker of mats, from an agent derivative of Middle English matte, Middle Dutch mat ‘mat’.
Female
Scandinavian
Scandinavian form of Greek Martha, MARTE means "lady, mistress."Â
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from a short form of the personal name Matthew.German : from a short form of the personal name Matthias or Matthäus (see Matthew).German and Dutch : variant of Matte ‘meadow’.
Male
English
Variant spelling of English Mattie, MATTY means "gift of God." Compare with feminine Matty.
Female
Spanish
Variant spelling of Spanish Maite, MAYTE means "rebellious-harvester."
Surname or Lastname
English
English : variant spelling of Batt.
Boy/Male
Hindu
Male
English
Pet form of English Matthew, MATTIE means "gift of God." Compare with feminine Mattie.
Surname or Lastname
French and English
French and English : topographic name for someone who lived by a fortified stronghold, Old French, Middle English motte. The surname may also be a habitational name from any of the places in France named with this word.English : variant spelling of Mott 2.German : habitational name from Motte in the Saarland or Motten in Bavaria.The settlement that became the city of Detroit was founded in 1701 by Antoine de la Mothe, Sieur de Cadillac (1658–1730), governor of LA. He was born into the minor nobility in Gascony, France, where his father owned the seigneury of Cadillac.
Female
Spanish
Contracted form of Spanish MarÃa Teresa, MAITE means "rebellious-harvester." Compare with another form of Maite.
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MATTE DISPLAY
Female
English
Variant spelling of English Winter, WYNTER means "winter."
Girl/Female
Indian
Bright light
Girl/Female
Hindu
Winning, Success
Boy/Male
Indian
Face of an elephant.
Boy/Male
Indian, Sanskrit
Abundant; Planet Earth
Boy/Male
Muslim
Sunshine
Girl/Female
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Modern
Princess of Jems
Boy/Male
German, Portuguese
Ready for Battle; Rainbow; Noble
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
Daughter of God; Daughter of Lord Shiva
Girl/Female
American, British, Danish, English, Italian, Spanish, Swedish
Follower of Christ
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n.
Affair worthy of account; thing of consequence; importance; significance; moment; -- chiefly in the phrases what matter ? no matter, and the like.
imp.
of Mete
n.
Amount; quantity; portion; space; -- often indefinite.
v. i.
To form pus or matter, as an abscess; to maturate.
n.
Written manuscript, or anything to be set in type; copy; also, type set up and ready to be used, or which has been used, in printing.
n.
That which is permanent, or is supposed to be given, and in or upon which changes are effected by psychological or physical processes and relations; -- opposed to form.
v. i.
To be of importance; to import; to signify.
v. i.
To be or become a mate or mates, especially in sexual companionship; as, some birds mate for life; this bird will not mate with that one.
v. t.
To regard as important; to take account of; to care for.
n.
See Matte.
n.
Substance excreted from living animal bodies; that which is thrown out or discharged in a tumor, boil, or abscess; pus; purulent substance.
a.
Covered with a mat or mats; as, a matted floor.
n.
A partly reduced copper sulphide, obtained by alternately roasting and melting copper ore in separating the metal from associated iron ores, and called coarse metal, fine metal, etc., according to the grade of fineness. On the exterior it is dark brown or black, but on a fresh surface is yellow or bronzy in color.
a.
Tangled closely together; having its parts adhering closely together; as, matted hair.
n.
A dead or dull finish, as in gilding where the gold leaf is not burnished, or in painting where the surface is purposely deprived of gloss.
n.
The matter or thought presented for consideration in some statement or discussion; that which is made the object of thought or study.
pres. & imp.
of Hote
a.
Having a dull surface; unburnished; as, matted gold leaf or gilding.
n.
Inducing cause or occasion, especially of anything disagreeable or distressing; difficulty; trouble.
n.
An officer in a merchant vessel ranking next below the captain. If there are more than one bearing the title, they are called, respectively, first mate, second mate, third mate, etc. In the navy, a subordinate officer or assistant; as, master's mate; surgeon's mate.