GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   ‖Schlich , n. [G.; akin to LG. slick mud, D. slijk, MHG. slīch.] (Metal.) The finer portion of a crushed ore, as of gold, lead, or tin, separated by the water in certain wet processes. [Written also slich, slick.]
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   { Slich , Slick , } n. (Metal.) See Schlich.
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   Slick , a. [See Sleek.] Sleek; smooth. “Both slick and dainty.” 
   Chapman.
   
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   Slick, v. t. To make sleek or smoth. “Slicked all with sweet oil.”
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   Slick, n. (Joinery) A wide paring chisel.
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   Slick, n. A slick, or smooth and slippery, surface or place; a sleek.
   The action of oil upon the water is upon the crest of the wave; the oil forming a slick upon the surface breaks the crest.
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