Slicing

/ˈslaɪsɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act or process of cutting into slices.

Slicing is an important step in food preparation.

A portion of something that has been cut off.

I would like a slice of cake, so please hand me a slicing from the platter.

verb

The action of cutting something into slices.

She is slicing the bread for sandwiches.

To divide or separate something into parts.

He is slicing the data into meaningful categories.

From Middle English 'slicen', related to 'slice'.

slice of life

A realistic representation of everyday experiences.

slice and dice

To break down information or data into smaller, manageable parts.

slice through the noise

To understand or focus on the important parts despite distractions.

slice

A thin, flat piece cut from a larger object.

slicer

A tool or machine used for slicing.

slicing knife

A knife specifically designed for slicing food.

To exaggerate or misrepresent facts.

He was slicing the details to make the story more interesting.

In sports, especially baseball, to hit the ball with a slicing motion.

The player sliced the ball, sending it flying to the right.