slicking

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of making something or someone smooth and glossy.

  - "He slicked his hair back with gel."
  - "The barber used a straight razor to give the customer a clean shave and slick skin."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with slicking
licking , sticking , ricking

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Variants

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slick , slicked , slicking , slicks

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to make smooth' or 'to glide'. Derived from Old English 'slican', which means 'to smooth' or 'to rub'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'slick' is also used to describe something that is very smooth or very slippery.

2. In some sports, such as ice hockey, a 'slick' puck refers to one that has a smooth surface and glides easily.

3. In the world of business, a 'slick' deal refers to a business transaction that is very smooth and successful.

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Related Concepts

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1. Polishing: Polishing is a related concept to slicking as both involve making a surface smooth and shiny.

2. Grooming: Grooming is another related concept to slicking as both involve taking care of one's appearance.

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Culture

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In some cultures, slicking is a part of various rituals and traditions. For instance, in some African cultures, slicking is used as a form of body painting or as a sign of respect. In other cultures, slicking is associated with fashion and personal grooming.

How to Memorize "slicking"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the feeling of a smooth surface or the shine of a freshly polished car.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'slick' with the feeling of something smooth and glossy.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Smoothly Lubricated Can Glide' to remember the meaning of the word.

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