platt

Definition

Obsolete spelling of plat (“scheme, plan, design, map”).

Etymology

From Early Modern English platte, a variation (probably dialectal) of plot (“plot of land”); see plat and plot for more.

Example Sentences

• "3rdly That it also be recommended to all persons concerned to have their platts passed through the Surveyor Generals Office, and, in all respects, ready for the grant, in case they shall be entitled to the same, by the said 10th of September."