slick
1
6.9
- noun
- /slɪk/
- Archaic
- This is why we had "I feel your pain" Clinton, and "Change" Obama, who is turning out to be even more fraudulent than Slick Willy.
- a glossy slick
Examples
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The slicks, too, were dying at the same rate as the pulps.
Fiction book (2001) -
During one rewriting period, I decided to experiment by changing four old romances, originally aimed at the slicks, from the third to the first person.
Academic text (2009) -
The rest read the "slicks," which were produced on superior paper, were illustrated throughout, often partially in color, and paid writers tremendous fees.
Fiction book (2001) -
The trend also gave rise to the non-pornographic slicks, such as The Advocate (now completing its third decade) and Out.
Academic text (1995) -
"Why should all you city slicks care about one poor kid trying to make a living at a wrecking business?" Alice said, "Doing our best, LeRoy."
Fiction book (1990) -
Since this crude floats on water (at least some of it; otherwise, there wouldn't be a slick), why not construct a giant parachute device out of fabric over the leak and anchor it around the perimeter?
Blog text (17) -
The latest issue of the fashion magazine is a stunning slick filled with vibrant photographs and stylish advertisements.
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Her coffee table was cluttered with various slicks showcasing the best in lifestyle and travel.
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He picked up a slick from the rack that featured beautiful homes and interior design trends.
Synonyms
5
3.2
A thin printed book that has shiny pages and many photos
2
3.7
A magazine printed on shiny paper with many photos and ads
1
4.7
A magazine printed on shiny good quality paper with many photos and bright design
Antonyms
Compounds
- Archaic
1
4.7
A magazine printed on shiny good quality paper with many photos and bright design
How Glossy
Surface Forms
Etymology
Slick for a glossy magazine comes from the adjective slick, which meant 'smooth' and shiny, because these magazines are printed on glossy paper that looks polished. So a fashion or photo magazine is called a 'slick' because it looks smooth and attractive.