Fine-grained metamorphic rock split into flat plates for roofing material (5)

I believe the answer is:

slate

(Other definitions for slate that I've seen before include "Run down" , "Grey metamorphic rock" , "Rubbish" , "Scold; hard rock" , "Roofing tile" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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