What is the meaning of the word SLATE?

Definition, examples of use and spelling of the word SLATE.

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(00:00) Intro
(00:07) As a noun
(00:30) As a verb
(00:53) Spelling
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As a noun (00:07):
• (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

As a verb (00:30):
• designate or schedule
• enter on a list or slate for an election
• cover with slate

Examples:
• "He slated his talk for 9 AM"
• "She was slated to be his successor"
• "He was slated for borough president"

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