Slash

/slæʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a long, narrow cut or incision.

There was a slash across the fabric where it had been cut.

a symbol (/) used to indicate alternatives or to separate items.

The project is due on Tuesday/Wednesday, depending on the schedule.

verb

to cut or lacerate with a sweeping motion.

He slashed the rope with a knife to free himself.

to reduce sharply or drastically.

The company decided to slash prices to boost sales.

Originates from Middle English 'slashen', a variant of 'slachen', probably of imitative origin.

slash and burn

A method of farming and land clearing involving cutting vegetation and burning it.

slash prices

To significantly reduce the prices of goods or services.

slash fiction

A genre of fan fiction that focuses on romantic or sexual relationships between characters of the same sex.

cut

To divide or separate into parts, often using a sharp tool.

gash

A long, deep cut or wound.

slice

To cut something into thin pieces.

To drastically cut or reduce something, especially in a business context.

They're slashing the budget for next year.

To engage in or discuss slash fiction.

She spends time writing slash for her favorite characters.