slick


Definition: Meaning of, slick in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / slɪk /

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Positive Comparative Superlative
slick slicker slickest
  1. if something is slick, it is done in a skilful and attractive way and seems expensive, but it often contains no important or interesting ideas
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  2. if someone is slick, they are good at persuading people, often in a way that does not seem honest
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  3. done smoothly and quickly
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  4. smooth and slippery
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  5. American English old-fashioned very good or attractive
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Singular Plural
slick slicks
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  1. also oil slick an area of oil on the surface of water or on a road
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  2. American English a magazine printed on good quality paper with a shiny surface, usually with a lot of colour pictures [=  glossy magazine]
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  3. technical a smooth car tyre used for racing
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Prsesent Past Past Participle
slick slicked slicked
Present Participle Third Person Singular
slicking slicks
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slick used in phrases

  • oil slick (noun)
    1. a large area of oil floating on the surface of the sea or a river [=  slick]
  • slick down (verb)
    1. give a smooth and glossy appearance
  • slick magazine (noun)
    1. a magazine printed on good quality paper
  • slick up (verb)
    1. make neat, smart, or trim
    2. dress and groom with particular care, as for a special occasion
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