Split: meaning, definitions and examples

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split

 

[ splɪt ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

string separation

To divide or separate something into smaller parts or pieces, especially along a particular line or path.

Synonyms

break, cut, divide, separate

Examples of usage

  • She split the wood with a sharp axe.
  • The teacher split the students into groups for the project.
Context #2 | Noun

division

A division or separation, especially along a particular line or path.

Synonyms

break, division, gap, separation

Examples of usage

  • There was a split in the road.
  • The split between the two parties grew wider.

Translations

Translations of the word "split" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dividir

🇮🇳 विभाजित करना (vibhājit karanā)

🇩🇪 teilen

🇮🇩 membagi

🇺🇦 розділити

🇵🇱 dzielić

🇯🇵 分ける (wakeru)

🇫🇷 diviser

🇪🇸 dividir

🇹🇷 bölmek

🇰🇷 나누다 (nanuda)

🇸🇦 تقسيم (taqsim)

🇨🇿 dělit

🇸🇰 deliť

🇨🇳 分开 (fēnkāi)

🇸🇮 deliti

🇮🇸 skipta

🇰🇿 бөлу (bölu)

🇬🇪 გაყოფა (gaqopa)

🇦🇿 bölmək

🇲🇽 dividir

Etymology

The word 'split' originated from the Old English word 'splittan', which means 'to split'. It has been used in the English language for centuries to describe the act of dividing or separating something into smaller parts. The word has evolved over time to encompass various meanings, including both the verb and noun forms. 'Split' continues to be a commonly used word in modern English, reflecting its enduring relevance in describing division and separation.

See also: splitable, splitter, splitting.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,415, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.