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- DictionarySlash/slaSH/
verb
- 1. cut (something) with a violent sweeping movement, typically using a knife or sword: "a tire was slashed on my car"
noun
- 1. a cut made with a wide, sweeping stroke: "the man took a mighty slash at his head with a large sword"
- 2. an oblique stroke (/) in print or writing, used between alternatives (e.g. and/or), in fractions (e.g. 3/4), in ratios (e.g. miles/day), or between separate elements of a text: "sentence breaks are highlighted by slashes"
conjunction
- 1. used to link alternatives or words describing or denoting a dual (or multiple) function or nature: informal "a model slash actress"
The meaning of SLASH is to lash out, cut, or thrash about with or as if with an edged blade. How to use slash in a sentence.
SLASH definition: 1. to cut with a sharp blade using a quick, strong movement: 2. in ice hockey, to hit or try to…. Learn more.
noun. a sweeping stroke, as with a knife, sword, or pen. a cut, wound, or mark made with such a stroke. a curtailment, reduction, or alteration: a drastic slash of prices. a decorative slit in a garment showing an underlying fabric.
The slash (/ )—technically known as a virgule but also called a slant, solidus, or stroke (the common name in British English)—serves a number of purposes in writing, essentially standing in for other words as a quick and clear way of showing the connection between two things.
To quickly and violently cut something is to slash it. Sword fighters in a play might just clank their swords together, though they seem to slash each other. After the play is over, the snack stand might slash the price of popcorn.
To slash something such as costs or jobs means to reduce them by a large amount.
SLASH meaning: 1. to cut something by making a quick, long cut with something very sharp: 2. to reduce the amount…. Learn more.
1. If you slash something, you make a long, deep cut in it. [...] 2. If you slash at a person or thing, you quickly hit at them with something such as a knife. [...] 3. To slash something such as costs or jobs means to reduce them by a large amount. [journalism] [...] More. Grammar links for 'slash' When do you use a slash ( / ) in English?
Jun 24, 2024 · Noun. [edit] slash (plural slashes) Sense 4. A slashing action or motion: A swift, broad, cutting stroke, especially one made with an edged weapon or whip . A slash of his blade just missed my ear. ( sports) A wide striking motion made with an implement such as a cricket bat, hockey stick, or lacrosse stick .
Definition of slash verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
