Slat: meaning, definitions and examples

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slat

[ slæt ]

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salty

Slat is a mineral consisting mainly of sodium chloride, commonly known as table salt. It is often used for seasoning and preserving food.

Synonyms

salt, sodium chloride

Examples of usage

It is important to use the right amount of slat when cooking.
The slat content in the ocean water is responsible for its salinity.

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wood

Slat refers to a thin strip of wood used in the construction of furniture or fences.

Synonyms

plank, strip

Examples of usage

The carpenter used slats to build the fence.
She placed the slats of the bed frame carefully.

Translations

Translations of the word "slat" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ripa

🇮🇳 पटरा

🇩🇪 Latte

🇮🇩 bilah

🇺🇦 рейка

🇵🇱 listwa

🇯🇵 板

🇫🇷 lame

🇪🇸 listón

🇹🇷 tahta

🇰🇷 판자

🇸🇦 شريحة

🇨🇿 lať

🇸🇰 latka

🇨🇳 板条

🇸🇮 letva

🇮🇸 rima

🇰🇿 жолақ

🇬🇪 ფიცარი

🇦🇿 reykə

🇲🇽 listón

Word origin

The word 'slat' originated in the 14th century from Middle English 'sclat' which means a roofing slate. It later evolved to refer to a strip of wood or other material and eventually to a mineral consisting of sodium chloride. The term has been used in various contexts throughout history, from construction to culinary applications.