slake

Meanings

• Verb

  To satisfy thirst or desire, to quench.

• Noun

  A state of being relaxed or relieved.

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Synonyms

extinguish , quench

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with slake
ake , brake , make , shake

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Variants

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slake , slaked , slakes , slaking , slake her thirst , slake his thirst , slake one's thirst , slake one's/someone's thirst , slake someone's thirst , slake their thirst

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Etymology

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Old English slacian, from slācan, to loosen, relax.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'slake' comes from the Old English word 'slācan', which means 'to loosen' or 'to relax'.

2. The verb 'slake' is often used in the context of quenching thirst, while the noun 'slake' refers to a state of relaxation or relief.

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Related Concepts

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1. thirst quencher: A substance or object that effectively reduces thirst or satisfies a desire to drink.

2. relaxation: The act of relaxing the body and mind, often achieved through activities such as meditation, yoga, or taking a warm bath.

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Culture

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In literature, 'slake' is used metaphorically to describe a sense of relief or satisfaction, often after a period of hardship or struggle.

How to Memorize "slake"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person drinking from a glass of water, feeling the cool liquid quench their thirst and bring them a sense of relief and satisfaction.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'slake' with the feeling of satisfaction and relief that comes from quenching one's thirst.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'slake' is the word for satisfying thirst or desire.

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