Definitions

1. noun

a long, narrow cut or incision in the surface of something, especially a wound or a mark made by a sharp object

“The doctor carefully stitched the deep slash on the patient’s arm.”

2. verb

to make a long, narrow cut or incision in something, especially with a sharp object

“She tried to slash the rope with a knife, but it was too thick.”

3. verb

to reduce the price of something, especially a product or a service, by a certain percentage

“The company decided to slash prices to boost sales during the holiday season.”

4. verb

to criticize or attack someone or something sharply or severely

“The journalist was accused of slashing the politician’s reputation with her scathing article.”

5. noun

a stroke or blow made with a sharp or cutting instrument, especially in fencing or other martial arts

“He executed a powerful slash with his sword, hitting his opponent’s shield.”

6. noun

a diagonal or oblique stroke or mark, especially in handwriting or drawing

“The artist used a slash to add a dynamic touch to her painting.”

7. verb

to move or pass quickly through something, especially in a diagonal or oblique direction

“The ball slashed through the air, heading towards the goal.”