Slit (Verb)
Meaning 1
Make a clean cut through; "slit her throat".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Synonyms
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Meaning 2
Cut a slit into; "slit the throat of the victim".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The sharp knife was used to slit the envelope open to reveal its contents.
- She carefully slit a small hole in the fabric to thread the needle through.
- He was accused of slitting the tires of his neighbor's car out of revenge.
- The paramedic had to slit the victim's pant leg to apply a tourniquet and stop the bleeding.
- The designer slit the back of the wedding dress to create a striking, low-back effect.