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In some senses, slating is marked as informal. Watch for register when choosing this word.
slating
noun 3
Collocations
2ADJ.
real
VERB + SLATING
expect, got
Definitions
noun
1
Slates collectively.
2
Material for slating.
3
A harsh criticism.
His new book got a real slating.
"Ever been to a meeting before, sir?" "No," said Malone. "Don't know much about it, I expect." "No, I don't." "Well, well, we must expect a slating."
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noun — thin layers of rock used for roofing
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His new book got a real slating.
Wiktionary02
"Ever been to a meeting before, sir?" "No," said Malone. "Don't know much about it, I expect." "No, I don't." "Well, well, we must expect a slating."
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