SLATES
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Definition
noun
- A fine-grained homogeneous sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash which has been metamorphosed so that it cleaves easily into thin layers.
- The bluish-grey colour of most slate.
- A chalkboard, sheet of slate for writing on with chalk or with a thin rod of slate (a slate pencil) formerly commonly used by both students and teachers in schools
verb
- To cover with slate.“The old church ledgers show that the roof was slated in 1775.”
- To criticise harshly.“The play was slated by the critics.”
- To schedule.“The election was slated for November 2nd.”
Source: Wiktionary
