Antonyms for slather


Grammar : Noun, verb
Spell : slath -er
Phonetic Transcription : ˈslæð ər


Definition of slather

Origin :
  • "spread liberally," 1847, of uncertain origin. Early 19c. local glossaries from western England have the word with a sense "to slip or slide."
  • Slather on the manure on all the hoed crops, if you have it; if not buy of your improvident neighbor. ["Genesee Farmer," June 1847]
  • Sometimes said to be from a dialectal noun meaning "large amount" (usually as plural, slathers), but this is first attested 1855. Related: Slathered; slathering.
  • As in lots : noun great quantity
  • As in paint : verb apply colored tint, often to make design
  • As in rub : verb stroke, massage
Example sentences :
  • No, sir, there aint sech a slather of folks up here to mix in with, by any count.
  • Extract from : « The Corner House Girls Snowbound » by Grace Brooks Hill

Synonyms for slather

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