slat

IPA: sɫˈæt

A thin, narrow strip or bar of wood (lath), metal, or plastic.
(aviation) A control surface that extends forwards and downwards from the leading edge of a wing, leaving a gap between it and the leading edge, in order to modify the airflow around the wing so as to allow flight at a higher angle of attack without stalling, lowering the aircraft's stall speed.
(skiing, slang) A ski.
A thin piece of stone; a slate.

Examples of "slat" in Sentences

He gathered slats in his garage.
The slats permit breezes to circulate.
In effect, the airflow acts as a sort of slat for the flaps.
The tang is for engaging a hole through the top of the slat.
The locking device is removably mounted to the end of the slat.
The playground can mount to slat wall or be used on countertop.
Apparatus are provided for retaining the pallet as the slat is removed.
A slat shade is operatively positioned in the space between the glazing panels.
The slats are made of Quebec grown yellow birch, the provincial tree of Quebec.
A unique support for the slats is provided to easily assemble the support panel.