slating Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun thin layers of rock used for roofing
   slate.
   
2. noun a severely critical attack
   
   • the reviewers gave his book a sound slating
3. noun the act of laying slates for a roof
   
4. verb designate or schedule
   slate.
   
   • He slated his talk for 9 AM
   • She was slated to be his successor
5. verb enter on a list or slate for an election
   slate.
   
   • He was slated for borough president
6. verb cover with slate
   slate.
   
   • slate the roof
7. verb equip or bar with slats
   slat.
   
   • Slat the windows
8. verb close the slats of (windows)
   slat.
   

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