slat

UK: slæt | US: slæt

Definition

  1. n. a thin, narrow piece of wood, metal, or plastic, typically used in furniture or construction

  2. vt. to furnish or construct with slats

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Etymology

The word "slat" originates from Middle English sclat, derived from Old French esclat (meaning "splinter" or "fragment"), which itself traces back to the Frankish slaitan ("to tear apart"). The core idea revolves around thin, broken-off pieces, aligning with its modern usage for narrow strips of material.

Examples

  1. The bed frame was made of wooden slats for added support.

  2. She replaced the broken slat in the blinds with a new one.

  3. The carpenter carefully measured each slat before cutting.

  4. The fence had gaps where the slats had warped over time.

  5. They decided to slat the ceiling for a rustic look.