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slice

 

[ slaɪs ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

in cooking

A thin, flat piece of food cut from a larger portion.

Synonyms

cut, piece, portion

Examples of usage

  • She offered me a slice of cake.
  • He cut a slice of bread for his sandwich.
Context #2 | Noun

in mathematics

A portion of a circle bounded by two radii and the included arc.

Synonyms

sector, segment, wedge

Examples of usage

  • Calculate the area of the slice of the pizza.
  • The pie chart is divided into several slices.
Context #3 | Verb

informal

To hit or strike with a cutting motion.

Synonyms

carve, chop, cut

Examples of usage

  • He sliced the ball into the net.
  • The chef expertly sliced the vegetables.

Translations

Translations of the word "slice" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fatia

🇮🇳 टुकड़ा

🇩🇪 Scheibe

🇮🇩 iris

🇺🇦 слайс

🇵🇱 plasterek

🇯🇵 スライス

🇫🇷 tranche

🇪🇸 rebanada

🇹🇷 dilim

🇰🇷 조각

🇸🇦 شريحة

🇨🇿 plátek

🇸🇰 plátok

🇨🇳 片

🇸🇮 rezina

🇮🇸 sneið

🇰🇿 тілім

🇬🇪 ნაჭერი

🇦🇿 dilim

🇲🇽 rebanada

Etymology

The word 'slice' originated from the Old English word 'slysan', which means to cut or tear apart. Over time, the meaning of 'slice' has evolved to refer to a thin, flat piece of food or a portion of a circle. The verb form of 'slice' also developed to describe the action of cutting or striking with a slicing motion. 'Slice' is commonly used in various contexts, from cooking to mathematics.

See also: slicer, slicing.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,664 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.