noun
a thick layer or coating of something
verb
to spread or smear thickly or generously
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She decided to slather sunscreen on her skin before going out in the sun.
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I always slather butter on my toast in the morning.
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Let's slather some sauce on these ribs before we throw them on the grill.
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The politician tried to slather compliments on the audience to win their favor.