slate meaning and definition

SLATE noun

Definition of slate (noun)

1. (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate
2. thin layers of rock used for roofing
   • synonyms: slating
3. a fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers
4. a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices
   • synonyms: ticket

SLATE verb

Definition of slate (verb)

1. designate or schedule
   • "He slated his talk for 9 AM"; "She was slated to be his successor"
2. enter on a list or slate for an election
   • "He was slated for borough president"
3. cover with slate
   • "slate the roof"