slate
Definition
- n. (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate
- n. thin layers of rock used for roofing
- n. a fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers
- n. a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices
Word forms
- Past participle
- slated
- Past tense
- slated
- Third person singular
- slates
- Present participle
- slating
Example sentences
n.
The teacher wrote the homework assignments on a slate for the students.
a.
She wore a beautiful slate-colored dress to the party.
vt.
The coach slated the team for not showing enough effort during the game.