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slaty Definition

slaty (slāt′ē)

adjective slat′i·er, slat′i·est

  1. of or like slate
  2. having the bluish-gray color of slate

slaty Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • rock: There are few tarns on the slaty, rocks north and west of Keswick, which weather differently giving smoother, gentler scenery.
  • flowerpiercer: Slaty Flowerpiercer: Noted on 2 days, TL.
  • spinetail: Slaty Spinetail: Noted at RN, one flew into window on 4th, flew off a little later.

Browse dictionary entries near slaty

  1. ‹ slatting
  2. ‹ slatternly
  3. ‹ slattern
  4. ‹ slating
  5. ‹ slather
  6. ‹ slater
  7. ‹ slate
  8. ‹ slat
  9. ‹ slashing
  10. ‹ slash pocket
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