slitting
Meanings
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Verb
The act of making a long, narrow cut or opening.
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Noun
The process of dividing a large quantity into smaller parts, especially for commercial purposes.
Rhymes
Words rhyming with slittingriting , writing , biting , fighting , highting
Variants
List of all variants of slitting that leads to same resultslit , slits , slitted , slitter , slitters , slitting
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).slit (past tense: slit, past participle: slit), slits (plural form)
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant 'to split' or 'to cleave'. Derived from the Old English word 'slitan'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'slitting' is also used in the textile industry to describe the process of cutting fabric.
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In the Middle Ages, 'slitting' was a common method used to open letters and scrolls.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Cutting: Related to the physical act of making a cut or opening.
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Division: Related to the process of dividing something into parts.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'slitting' has been used to describe a violent act or a turning point in a story. In music, the term 'slit drum' refers to a percussion instrument with slits cut into it.
How to Memorize "slitting"
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visualize
- Imagine making a long, narrow cut with a sharp object.
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associate
- Associate the word with the idea of splitting or dividing.
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mnemonics
- Remember the word 'slit' as 'Split It'.
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