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Synonyms of SLACKS

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SLACKS: definition and more

38 synonyms in 14 meanings 29 playable in Scrabble US

Synonyms of SLACKS by meaning

noun

  1. dust consisting of a mixture of small coal fragments and coal dust and dirt that sifts out when coal is passed over a sieve

  2. a noticeable deterioration in performance or quality

    Also: drop-off, falling off.

  3. a stretch of water without current or movement

    Also: slack water.

  4. a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot

  5. the quality of being loose (not taut)

  6. a cord or rope or cable that is hanging loosely

verb

  1. avoid responsibilities and work, be idle

  2. be inattentive to, or neglect

  3. release tension on

  4. make less active or fast

    Also: slack up.

  5. become slow or slower

    Also: slow down, slow up.

  6. make less active or intense

  7. become less in amount or intensity

    Also: let up, slack off, die away.

  8. cause to heat and crumble by treatment with water