Meaning of the word "oil slick" in English
What does "oil slick" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
oil slick
US /ˈɔɪl slɪk/
UK /ˈɔɪl slɪk/
Noun
1.
a layer of oil floating on water, especially one that has leaked from a ship or been discharged as waste
Example:
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The environmental disaster was caused by a massive oil slick from the tanker.
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Birds covered in an oil slick are a tragic sight.
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