split

/splɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to divide or separate something into two or more parts, often violently or suddenly

“The tree split down the middle during the storm.”

2. verb

to go in different directions or to move apart

“The crowd split up to search for their friends.”

3. verb

to divide something into two or more parts, often in order to share it

“The family split the inheritance among their children.”

4. noun

a line or crack that has formed in something, often as a result of stress or pressure

“The wall had a visible split in it that needed to be repaired.”

5. noun

a division or separation, especially in a group of people

“The team split into two groups to tackle the problem.”

6. noun

a type of fruit, especially a type of citrus fruit

“The split is a popular ingredient in salads and desserts.”

7. adverb

in two or more parts, especially in a way that is sudden or violent

“The tree split in half, leaving a large gap in the forest.”

8. adverb

separately or in different directions

“The crowd split up and went their separate ways.”

9. adjective

divided or separated into two or more parts

“The split log was used as firewood.”

Synonyms

  • break
  • divide
  • fracture
  • rupture
  • separate

Antonyms

  • combine
  • join
  • merge
  • unite