"open slather" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} open slather (uncountable)
  1. (Australia) Freedom to act without repercussions; free rein. Tags: Australia, uncountable
    Sense id: en-open_slather-en-noun-92Gfn~7i Categories (other): Australian English, English entries with incorrect language header

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