Slurry is a noun for a thickHaving a dense consistency, not thin or watery. liquid mixtureA combination of different substances blended together. with tiny solid particlesVery small pieces of matter that can be seen or felt. spread through it, often made by mixing a powder such as clay, lime, or plaster with water.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈslɝi/
Easy pronunciation: SLUR-ee (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress on the first syllable.
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Slurry Meaning
a thick liquid mixture with solid particles mixed through it
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a suspension of insoluble particles in liquid, usually water
Example: The workers spread a slurry of cement and water over the floor.
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes use slurry for any wet mud or paste, but the word is more specific: it means a mixture with solid particles suspended in a liquid.
- Do not confuse slurry with slush or sludge; those words describe different kinds of messy wet material and are not exact synonyms in every context.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does slurry mean in simple English?
Slurry means a thick liquid mixture with small solid particles floating in it, usually made by mixing something powdery with water.
Is slurry a countable noun?
Usually slurry is used as an uncountable noun, though it can sometimes appear as a countable noun in technical writing.
What are the synonyms of slurry?
In ordinary use, slurry has few exact synonyms. In context, words like mixture or suspension may sometimes fit, but they are not always perfect substitutes.
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