Definition of Slew
Slew
slew
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(noun)
a large amount or number of something, often used informally;
e.g. She received a slew of requests for interviews after her accomplishment.
(verb)
to swing or turn something about a fixed point;
e.g. He struggled to slew the telescope around, since the joint had become rusted.
(verb)
to slide or skid in a particular direction, often in an uncontrolled manner, or the cause something/someone to skid in such a way;
e.g. The car began to slew as it went over the ice on the road.
(verb)
struck down or killed, especially violently, deliberately, or in large numbers, i.e. slayed;
e.g. The bravest hunter slew the lion before it could attack them.
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