slagot

Slagot is a term that can refer to several different things, most commonly a type of slag or waste material. In metallurgy, slag is a glassy, stony byproduct of smelting operations, formed from the flux and impurities in ore. When this slag is broken down into smaller pieces, it can be referred to as slagot, particularly if it is used as aggregate or in other construction applications. The specific composition of slagot will depend on the metals being smelted and the fluxes used.

In some regional dialects, particularly in the UK, "slagot" can also be a slang term. This usage is generally considered vulgar and derogatory, often referring to a promiscuous woman. It is important to note that this is a colloquial and offensive meaning and not related to the industrial or geological definitions of the word. Due to its offensive nature, this slang usage is typically avoided in formal contexts. The primary and more widely recognized meaning of slagot relates to waste materials from industrial processes.