Word bank

Improve your reading skills, Memorize words and practice vocabulary

Memorized by 10+ users

slack

/slæk/
Meanings
  • noun

    A channel or communication platform for teams, offering instant messaging, file sharing, and integrations with various other services.

    - "Our team uses Slack for real-time communication and collaboration."
    - "Can you please send the report to the Slack channel?"
  • verb

    To move or proceed slowly or with little effort.

    - "The workers were instructed to slack off during lunch hour."
    - "The old car would slack its way up the hill."
Pronunciation
  1. /slæk/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=79241748"
  2. /slæk/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=79241748"
  3. /slæk/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=79241748"
  4. /slæk/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=79241748"
  5. /slæk/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=79241748"
Synonyms

culm , slough , easy , moderate , slow
Rhymes
Words rhyming with slack
hack , whack , sack , pack
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. slack (English) : lacking in energy or effort

  2. slack (English) : a channel for team communication

Variants
List of all variants of slack that leads to same result
slack , slacker , slackest , slackly , slackness , slacknesses , slacked , slacking , slacks , slack-jawed , slack tide , slack water , slack waters , slack off , slacked off , slacking off , slacks off , cut some slack , cut someone some slack , give some slack , give someone some slack , give/cut (someone) some slack , pick up the slack , pick/take up the slack , take up the slack
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

Slacks (plural form of Slack), Slacken (past tense and past participle of Slack)

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally derived from the Dutch word 'slacken', meaning 'to loosen or relax'.

Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

  1. Slack was originally created as an internal tool for the team at Tiny Speck, the company that developed it.

  2. Slack's logo is inspired by a cartoon character named Slacko the Slackapipe.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. Team Communication: The use of Slack and other similar platforms for effective team communication.

  2. Instant Messaging: Real-time messaging between team members or individuals.

  3. Collaboration Tools: Software and platforms designed to facilitate teamwork and productivity.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Slack has become a popular tool for remote teams and offices, allowing for seamless communication and collaboration. It has been featured in various forms of media, including movies, TV shows, and articles.

How to Memorize "slack"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a team of workers communicating and collaborating through a digital platform.
    - Visualize the word 'Slack' as a loose or relaxed state.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'Slack' with team communication and collaboration.
    - Think of the word 'Slack' as meaning 'to move slowly or with little effort'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the 'S' in Slack stands for 'Seamless' team communication.
    - Use the mnemonic 'Slow And Lackluster Communication And Knowledge Exchange' to remember the meaning of the word 'Slack'.

Memorize "slack" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize slack is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

  1. Highlighting:

    Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.

  2. Periodic Reminders:

    Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.

Install Now