1. thin, flat strips of wood, metal, or plastic, especially those used in blinds, beds, or fencing

Examples

• The wooden slats on the park bench were weathered and smooth.
• She adjusted the slats of the venetian blinds to let in more light.
• The bed frame had metal slats to support the mattress.
• Wind rattled the loose slats in the old fence.
• The chair seat was made of woven bamboo slats.
• He replaced the broken slats in the garden trellis.