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slitting

 

[ ˈslɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

cutting process

Slitting refers to the process of cutting a material into narrower strips. This technique is commonly used in manufacturing industries for various materials, including paper, metal, and plastic. It involves passing the material through a series of blades to achieve precise cuts. The precision of slitting can affect the quality of the final product and is essential in industries where exact measurements are crucial. Slitting is often an integral part of the production workflow.

Synonyms

cutting, slicing, trimming

Examples of usage

  • The company specializes in slitting large rolls of paper into smaller sheets.
  • After slitting the metal coils, we prepared them for further processing.
  • Slitting ensures that the products meet the required specifications.

Translations

Translations of the word "slitting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corte

🇮🇳 कटना

🇩🇪 Ritzen

🇮🇩 memotong

🇺🇦 розрізання

🇵🇱 cięcie

🇯🇵 切断する

🇫🇷 fente

🇪🇸 corte

🇹🇷 yarma

🇰🇷 자르기

🇸🇦 شق

🇨🇿 trhání

🇸🇰 rozrezanie

🇨🇳 切割

🇸🇮 rezanje

🇮🇸 skera

🇰🇿 кесу

🇬🇪 ჭრა

🇦🇿 kəsilmə

🇲🇽 corte

Etymology

The term 'slitting' originates from the Old English word 'slitan', meaning 'to split' or 'to divide'. This word has its roots in the Proto-Germanic '*slitaną', which carries a similar meaning. Over time, the usage of 'slit' evolved to encompass various forms of cutting or dividing materials, especially in industrial contexts. By the 19th century, 'slitting' became a standard term in manufacturing, particularly in relation to processing rolls of materials. The industrial revolution significantly influenced the development of slitting techniques, as new machinery allowed for more efficient cutting processes. Today, slitting is a common practice in several industries, and its techniques continue to evolve with advancements in technology.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,449, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.