blat — meaning in English

English meaning

• blat verb To make the crying sound of a calf, sheep or goat.
• counter noun A flat surface for serving customers, preparing food, or conducting business.

Senses

blat is used for these senses in English:

• blat The Soviet system of connections and social relationships; one's social or business network (in Russian or Soviet society).
• counter In a kitchen, a surface, often built into the wall and above a cabinet, designed to be used for food preparation.
• tabletop (furniture) The flat, horizontal upper surface of a table.
• worktop (UK) A surface, usually resting on cupboards or drawers that can be used to work on. Usually in a kitchen.

blat — full definition

1. verb To make the crying sound of a calf, sheep or goat.
2. verb To make a meaningless noise.
3. verb To chatter carelessly, saying more than you should.
4. verb To play a brass instrument, for example a trombone or tuba, so it makes a harsh, blaring sound.

counter — full definition

1. noun A flat surface for serving customers, preparing food, or conducting business.
2. noun A device or variable that keeps track of a running total.
3. verb To respond to or oppose an action, argument, or attack.
4. adv In the opposite direction or contrary to something.

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