slating

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

(noun) a severely critical attack. Example: "The reviewers gave his book a sound slating."

(noun) the act of laying slates for a roof.

(verb) designate or schedule. Synonyms: slate. 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. Synonyms: slate. Example: "He was slated for borough president."

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