Meaning & Definition of Slate in English

1. (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate

2. Thin layers of rock used for roofing

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

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"