Slate

Pronunciation: /ˈsleɪt/

Slate (noun)

  1. A flat, thin stone used to cover roofs or floors.
  2. A dark board surface where writing or drawing can be made with chalk.
  3. A planned set of events, items, or people for a show, meeting, or programme.

Examples

  • The roof is covered with slate.
  • Slate protects the house from rain.

Slate (verb)

  1. To write or draw on a dark board using chalk.

Examples

  • She slates the lesson notes clearly.
  • They slate the rules at the front.

Slate (adjective)

  1. Having a dark grey or bluish grey colour like roofing stone.

Examples

  • The sky looked slate grey-blue today.
  • Her jacket is a slate grey-blue shade.