slade
What is another word for slade? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A shallow valley or open grassy hollow between hills.
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Etymology
From Old English slæd ("valley, glade"), a word still surviving mainly in English place names and older rural vocabulary.
Full origin of slade →Frequently asked questions
What does “slade” mean?
The word “slade” means a shallow valley or open grassy hollow between hills. In plain terms, an old, mostly regional word for a small grassy valley, plus a couple of specialised farming-tool meanings.
How do you pronounce “slade”?
“Slade” is pronounced slayd (/sleɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “slade” in a sentence?
Here is “slade” used in a sentence: “The path dropped down into a quiet slade before climbing again.”
What part of speech is “slade”?
“Slade” is a noun.
Where does the word “slade” come from?
The word “slade” comes from Old English. From Old English slæd ("valley, glade"), a word still surviving mainly in English place names and older rural vocabulary.
Is “slade” a common word?
“Slade” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “slade” have?
“Slade” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a shallow valley or open grassy hollow between hills.
