slate

(noun) (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate.

(noun) thin layers of rock used for roofing. Synonyms: slating.

(noun) a fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers.

(noun) a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices. Synonyms: ticket.

(verb) designate or schedule. Examples: "He slated his talk for 9 am." "She was slated to be his successor."

(verb) enter on a list or slate for an election. Example: "He was slated for borough president."

(verb) cover with slate. Example: "Slate the roof."