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slat

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verb \ˈslat\
slat·tedslat·ting

Definition of SLAT

transitive verb
2
: to hurl or throw smartly

Origin of SLAT

perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse sletta to throw carelessly
First Known Use: circa 1587

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