SLATES

6 letters 6 Scrabble points

Definition of SLATES

noun
  1. A fine-grained homogeneous sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash which has been metamorphosed so that it cleaves easily into thin layers.

  2. The bluish-grey colour of most slate.

  3. 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
  1. To cover with slate.

    "The old church ledgers show that the roof was slated in 1775."

  2. To criticise harshly.

    "The play was slated by the critics."

  3. To schedule.

    "The election was slated for November 2nd."

Source: Wiktionary

Word Details

Letters S L A T E S
Length 6 letters
Scrabble Score 6 points

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