slicker
|slick-er|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈslɪkər/
🇬🇧
/ˈslɪkə/
smooth or clever
Etymology
Etymology Information
'slicker' originates from the English word 'slick,' which meant 'smooth or glossy.'
Historical Evolution
'slick' transformed into 'slicker' to describe a type of raincoat and a smooth-talking person.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'smooth or glossy,' but over time it evolved to describe a raincoat and a clever person.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a long, loose raincoat made of smooth material, typically worn to protect against rain.
He wore a yellow slicker to stay dry during the storm.
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Noun 2
a person who is smooth or clever, often in a deceitful way.
The salesman was a real slicker, always finding ways to close a deal.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45