Split

Definition

The term "split" refers to dividing or separating something into parts, or a situation where something is divided. It can also describe a disagreement or division in opinion or loyalty.

Parts of Speech

• Verb
• Noun
• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /splɪt/
• Respelling: SPLIT

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /splɪt/
• Respelling: SPLIT

Etymology

The word "split" originates from the Middle Dutch "splitten," meaning "to split or divide," and is related to the Old High German "splizan." It entered English in the 16th century.

Derivatives

• Splitter (noun)
• Splitting (adjective/verb)
• Split-level (adjective)
• Split-second (adjective)
• Splitterism (noun)

Synonyms

• Divide
• Separate
• Partition

Antonyms

• Unite
• Join
• Combine

Usage

The term "split" is widely used in contexts ranging from physical separation to metaphorical divisions, such as disagreements or choices. For example: "They decided to split the profits evenly," or "There is a significant split in public opinion."

Related Terms

• Division: The act of separating into parts.
• Fragmentation: Breaking something into smaller parts.
• Separation: The action of moving or being moved apart.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To divide into parts: Refers to breaking something into smaller segments or groups.
  • Example: "They split the logs for the fireplace."
• To share or divide: Refers to allocating portions of something among multiple parties.
  • Example: "The team split the prize money."
• To leave abruptly: Informally refers to departing quickly.
  • Example: "They decided to split before the meeting ended."

Noun

• A division into parts: Refers to the act or result of dividing something.
  • Example: "The split in the party weakened its influence."
• A break or crack: Refers to a fissure or separation in an object.
  • Example: "There was a split in the wood grain."

Adjective

• Divided or separated: Describes something that is broken into parts.
  • Example: "The split vote made the decision difficult."