Splitting

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Splitting

verb

  1. Of something solid, to divide fully or partly along a more or less straight line.

    "He has split his lip."

  2. Of something solid, particularly wood, to break along the grain fully or partly along a more or less straight line.
  3. To share; to divide.

    "We split the money among three people."

  4. To leave.

    "Let's split this scene and see if we can find a real party."

  5. (of a couple) To separate.

    "Did you hear Dick and Jane split? They'll probably get a divorce."

adjective

  1. Resembling the sound of something being split or ripped.
  2. Very rapid.

    "They moved at a splitting pace."

  3. Severe.

    "I have a splitting headache."

Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

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