Outdoor Essentials

noun a thing that is absolutely essential or indispensable

adjective basic or fundamental

• It is important to focus on the bare necessities when creating a budget.
• When camping, make sure you pack the bare necessities like food, water, and a tent.
• I only brought the bare necessities to the party - just my phone and some cash.
• In times of crisis, we realize that the bare necessities of life are all we truly need.

noun a thick layer or coating of something

verb to spread or smear thickly or generously

• She decided to slather sunscreen on her skin before going out in the sun.
• I always slather butter on my toast in the morning.
• Let's slather some sauce on these ribs before we throw them on the grill.
• The politician tried to slather compliments on the audience to win their favor.