Meaning & Definition of word "Splitting"
Splitting
/ˈsplɪtɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. the action of dividing or separating.
- Example: The splitting of the atom led to significant advancements in energy production.
- 2. a state of being divided.
- Example: The splitting of the group into factions weakened their overall impact.
verb:
- 1. to divide or separate into parts or groups.
- Example: She is splitting the cake into equal pieces for the guests.
- 2. to break or cause to break apart, often with force.
- Example: The lumberjacks were splitting logs for firewood.
- 3. to undergo division or separation.
- Example: The cloud is splitting apart as it moves through the sky.
Etymology
●Derived from the Old English 'splittan', meaning to split or break.
Common Phrases and Expressions
splitting headache:
A very severe headache.
splitting image:
An exact likeness.
splitting hairs:
Making fine or overly subtle distinctions.
Related Words
split:
To break or cause to break into parts.
section:
A distinct part of something.
fracture:
The cracking or breaking of a hard object or material.
Slang Meanings of splitting
Meaning: To leave or depart quickly.
● Example Sentence: I’m splitting, see you later!
Meaning: To laugh very hard.
● Example Sentence: That joke had me splitting!