2. Noun. slate ¹
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Definition of Sclate
1. to cover with slate [v SCLATED, SCLATING, SCLATES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Sclate
Literary usage of Sclate
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language: To which is Prefixed, a by John Jamieson (1879)
"F. 352, b. The same orthography, however, occurs in 0. R. sclate-BAND, *.
"A stratum of slate amongst bands of rock ; " Gall. Encycl. ..."
2. A Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language ...: Supplement by John Jamieson (1825)
"sclate-BAND, 3. " A stratum of slate amongst slates, ... and be blithe to be rid
on't—it -will be a sclate-stane the morn, if not something worse. ..."
3. Inverness Kirk-Session Records. 1661-1800 by Alexander Mitchell (1902)
"There was therefore a motion made to sell the said sclate and lyme, and Raite
money therefrom for the foresaid purpose as farr as the price may extend. ..."
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