板岩 — meaning in English

English meaning

• slate noun A fine-grained gray rock that splits easily into thin flat sheets, often used for roofing.
• tab noun A small flap or strip attached to something, used for holding, opening, or labeling it.

Senses

板岩 is used for these senses in English:

• slate (uncountable, geology) A fine-grained homogeneous sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash which has been metamorphosed so that it cleaves easily into thin layers.
• tab (computing) To use the Tab key on a computer to advance the cursor or move the input focus, or on a typewriter to advance the carriage.

slate — full definition

1. noun A fine-grained gray rock that splits easily into thin flat sheets, often used for roofing.
2. noun A list of candidates or a planned schedule of activities.
3. verb To schedule or plan something.
4. verb To criticize harshly.

tab — full definition

1. noun A small flap or strip attached to something, used for holding, opening, or labeling it.
2. noun A clickable panel in a web browser or app that lets you switch between open documents or views.
3. noun A running bill or credit account, especially at a bar or restaurant.
4. noun The key on a keyboard that moves the cursor or focus to the next stop, or the character it inserts.
5. verb To press the tab key to move the cursor or input focus forward.

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