Slate Definition & Meaning
slate
- noun
- (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate
- thin layers of rock used for roofing
- a fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers
- a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices
- verb
- designate or schedule; "He slated his talk for 9 AM"; "She was slated to be his successor"
- enter on a list or slate for an election; "He was slated for borough president"
- cover with slate; "slate the roof"
"Slate" in song lyrics
See how slate is used in real songs:
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"clean slate"
Aceyalone, Spoon Iodine, CVE — Jurasick -
"It's never too late to clear off the slate"
Brother Ali — Daylight -
"You call that a clean slate"
David Mars f/ Eyedea, Impulse — Go to Hell
Words that rhyme with slate
Usage tips for "slate"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "slate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for slate to find words that pair well.
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- What does slate mean?
- (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate thin layers of rock used for roofing a fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices designate or schedule; "He slated his talk for 9 AM"; "She was slated to be his successor" enter on a list or slate for an election; "He was slated for borough president" cover with slate; "slate the roof"
- What part of speech is slate?
- Slate is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does slate have?
- Slate has 7 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).