split - English word #947

Translation

To break or divide something into two or more parts.

Word origin

From Middle Dutch splitten, meaning to cleave or divide.

Verb typeirregular (split, splits, split)

Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.

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Here "split" means to divide it into parts.

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"Split" is also the past form of "split".

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"Splits" is the form used with he, she, or it.

break

To make something come apart into pieces, or to stop it working.

cut

To split or open something using a knife or other sharp tool.

side

One of the flat or outer parts of something, or one of two opposite places, edges, or groups.

hold

To have something in your hands or arms and keep it there.

box

A container with straight sides, used to hold or carry things.

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