Slat
[slæt]
Definition
(noun.) a thin strip (wood or metal).
(verb.) close the slats of (windows).
(verb.) equip or bar with slats; 'Slat the windows'.
Checked by Jennie--From WordNet
Definition
(n.) A thin, narrow strip or bar of wood or metal; as, the slats of a window blind.
(v. t.) To slap; to strike; to beat; to throw down violently.
(v. t.) To split; to crack.
(v. t.) To set on; to incite. See 3d Slate.
Editor: Nancy
Definition
n. a thin piece of stone a slate: a strip of wood.—adj. made of slats.—adj. Slat′ted covered with slats.
v.t. to strike beat.—v.i. to flap violently.—n. a sudden sharp blow.
Typed by Frank
Examples
- The 15×30-inch tank incubator holds 100 eggs if turned by hand, but less if the eggs are placed between slats. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- The eggs rest upon the muslin, which is tightly drawn over narrow slats running lengthwise the bottom of the drawer. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
Inputed by Alphonso