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Meaning of slate
The primary meaning of the word "slate" is a flat, typically rectangular piece of material, such as stone or plastic, used for writing or drawing on, or a list of candidates or tasks.
Etymology of slate
The word "slate" originates from the Old French word "esclate", meaning "piece broken off", which is derived from the verb "esclater", meaning "to break or shatter".
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a type of stone, and later to describe a flat piece of material used for writing or drawing.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A flat, usually rectangular piece of material, such as stone, plastic, or wood, used for writing or drawing on.
- A list of candidates, tasks, or items, especially one for voting or consideration.
- A dark gray color, typically a bluish or purplish shade.
Usage Examples
- The teacher wrote the lesson plan on the slate board.
- The company has a slate of new products to be released next year.
- The candidate's name was added to the slate of nominees.
Antonyms
erasure
deletion
removal
expulsion
exclusion
omission
blank
void
space
emptiness
bareness
cleanliness
purity
clarity
transparency
whiteness
lightness
brightness
fairness
justice
equality
impartiality
neutrality.