Meaning of the word slag in English
What does slag mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
slag
US /slæɡ/
UK /slæɡ/
Noun
stony waste matter separated from metals during the smelting or refining of ore
Example:
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The iron ore is melted and the slag is removed.
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The road was built using a base of crushed slag.
Verb
to produce slag during smelting; (British slang) to criticize someone rudely or insultingly
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The furnace began to slag properly after reaching the right temperature.
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He's always slagging off his teammates to the press.