slat

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verb (1)

ˈslat 

slatted; slatting

transitive verb

1

: strike, pummel

2

: to hurl or throw smartly

slat

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noun

1

: a thin narrow flat strip especially of wood or metal

2

slats plural, slang : ribs

3

: an auxiliary airfoil at the leading edge of the wing of an airplane

slat adjective

slatted

ˈsla-təd 

adjective

slat

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verb (2)

slatted; slatting

transitive verb

: to make or equip with slats

Examples of slat in a Sentence

Noun

the slats of a venetian blind

The fence has two broken slats.

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

With its neutral brown stain, intricately curved arms, and sleek slatted back, the wooden rocker has a traditional-meets-modern design that can fit in with any outdoor decor. —Brittney Morgan, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2024

In the kitchen, Robbins designed custom cabinetry that feels like an extension of his Pippin collection, mimicking its cylindrical legs, slatted doors, and circular pulls with brass centers. —Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024

Noun

Its latest post appears to show a curved row of slats. —Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 26 Nov. 2024

With more than 6,000 reviews (averaging 4.5 stars out of 5), the construction is stable and the mattresses sit on top of sturdy metal slats. —Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Verb (1)

perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse sletta to throw carelessly

Noun

Middle English sclate, slate slate

First Known Use

Verb (1)

circa 1587, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1764, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb (2)

1886, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

slat

noun

ˈslat

: a thin narrow flat strip of wood, plastic, or metal

the slats of a venetian blind

slatted

ˈslat-əd

adjective