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Definition of a pete

pete

noun

  • a safe, till, or cash box. From "Peter". Predominant use in 1920's through 1940's. Sometimes also used to refer to a prison cell or a courtroom witness box.
    I'm known for taking petes.
    I'm the best pete man in the country.

    Last edited on Jun 05 2014. Submitted by Anonymous on Apr 27 2013.

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