Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oil-slick
noun
/ˈɔɪl slɪk/
Definition
A thin layer of oil that spreads on the surface of water, often as a result of a spill or leakage.
Examples
- The oil-slick on the lake made it difficult for the ducks to swim.
- After the tanker accident, an oil-slick spread across the coastline.
- Scientists are studying the effects of an oil-slick on local wildlife.
Meaning
An oil-slick refers to a patch of oil that floats on water, which can be harmful to the environment and marine life.
Synonyms
- oil spill
- oil film
- oil patch
