noun
- slates used as a building material, especially for roofing
- harsh criticism or severe verbal attacks
Usage: informal; British
Examples
- The old house needed new slatings after the storm damaged the roof.
- Welsh slatings were prized for their durability and weather resistance.
- The contractor ordered enough slatings to cover the entire cottage.
- The film received harsh slatings from critics nationwide.
- After his poor performance, he expected slatings from his coach.
- The restaurant got terrible slatings in all the food reviews.