Looking for the meaning of the word SLUE in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of SLUE with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Slew
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
mid 18th century (originally in nautical use): of unknown origin
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
sluː
Dialects: British English
Definition:
turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Short Definition:turn or slide violently or uncontrollably
Examples:- the Renault slewed from side to side in the snow
- he slewed the aircraft round before it settled on the runway
Definition:
(of an electronic device) undergo slewing.
Short Definition:(of electronic device) undergo slewing
Variant Forms:
- slue
Word: Slew
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
sluː
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a violent or uncontrollable sliding movement
Short Definition:violent or uncontrollable sliding movement
Examples:- I was assaulted by the thump and slew of the van
Variant Forms:
- slue
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