slater
[sley-ter]
- a person who lays slates, as for roofing.
Origin of slater
Slater
[sley-ter]
- Samuel,1768–1835, U.S. industrialist, born in England.
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Examples from the Web for slater
Contemporary Examples
She recalls Slater saying: “I would never have guessed in a million years.”
Slater, the stoner-among-stoners played by Rory Cochrane, wore a long-hair wig in the film.
‘Dazed and Confused’ 20th Anniversary: 20 Craziest Facts About the Cult ClassicMarlow Stern
September 24, 2013
Instead of cruise missiles, Slater thinks the U.S. should send in special forces to advice and fight alongside Syrian rebels.
A vocal contingent of surf writers consider Slater the greatest athlete of all time.
His 19.8 secured Slater the contest victory, his 53rd over his career.
Historical Examples
Captain Slater of the Liberty Boys has walked into his own trap!
The Liberty Boys Running the BlockadeHarry Moore
Slater is a son of somebody and didn't he let the Markles get off?
Mary Louise and Josie O'GormanEmma Speed Sampson
Slater, when in temporary command of Platoons, also by Sergt.
The Sherwood Foresters in the Great War 1914 - 1919Captain W. C. C. Weetman
"I think that is how it really did happen," said Mrs. Slater.
Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue at Christmas Tree CoveLaura Lee Hope
"That's where our dog was lost," said Mrs. Slater, smiling at him.
Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue at Christmas Tree CoveLaura Lee Hope
slater
- a person trained in laying roof slates
- dialect, Australian and NZ a woodlouseSee also sea slater
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Word Origin and History for slater
n.
"one who makes or lays slates," c.1400 (mid-13c. as a surname), agent noun from slate.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper