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Definition or meaning of the English word Slate
To cover with slate; or with a substance resembling slate; as; to slate a roof; to slate a globe. (v. t.). To register as on a slate and subject to revision; for an appointment. (v. t.). An argillaceous rock which readily splits into thin plates; argillite; argillaceous schist. (v. t.). Any rock or stone having a slaty structure. (v. t.). A prepared piece of such stone. (v. t.). A thin; flat piece; for roofing or covering houses; etc. (v. t.). An artificial material; resembling slate; and used for the above purposes. (v. t.). A thin plate of any material; a flake. (v. t.). A list of candidates; prepared for nomination or for election; a list of candidates; or a programme of action; devised beforehand. (v. t.). To set a dog upon; to bait; to slat. See Slat. (v. t.). A tablet for writing upon. (v. t.). |
