Definitions
1.nounA thin, narrow strip or bar of wood (lath) or metal."slats of a window blind"
2.noun(aeronautical) A movable control surface at the leading edge of a wing that when moved, changes the chord line of the airfoil, affecting the angle of attack. Employed in conjunction with flaps to allow for a lower stall speed in the landing attitude, facilitating slow flight.
3.nounA ski.
4.nounA thin piece of stone; a slate.
5.verbTo construct or provide with slats.
6.verbTo slap; to strike; to beat; to throw down violently.
7.verbTo split; to crack.
8.verbTo set on; to incite.