SINCE 1828
slat
verb (1)
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slatted;
slatting
Definition of slat
(Entry 1 of 3)
slat
nounDefinition of slat (Entry 2 of 3)
1
: a thin narrow flat strip especially of wood or metal
3
: an auxiliary airfoil at the leading edge of the wing of an airplane
slat
verb (2)
slatted;
slatting
Definition of slat (Entry 3 of 3)
: to make or equip with slats
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Other Words from slat
Noun
slat
adjective
slatted
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adjective
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adjective
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slat
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of slat
: a thin, narrow strip of wood, plastic, or metal
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slat
noun
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Kids Definition of slat
: a thin narrow strip of wood, plastic, or metal
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