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slice
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- pronunciation:
- slaIs
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a broad and flat piece of a larger object. Slices may also be shaped like wedges.
I'd like one slice of bread and two slices of pie for lunch.
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| definition 2: |
a part or segment of anything.
The employees demanded a slice of the company's profits. |
| related words: |
bit, chip, cut, cutting, division, fraction, part, taste, wedge |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
slices, slicing, sliced |
| definition 1: |
to divide into slices.
Will you slice the cake?
- similar words:
- carve, cut
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| definition 2: |
to take from a larger portion by cutting (sometimes followed by "off," "from," or "away").
He sliced some cheese off the block.- similar words:
- carve, shave
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| definition 3: |
to use a knife or something like a knife to cut into or across.
The surgeon sliced the skin.- similar words:
- knife, lance, slit
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| definition 4: |
to move swiftly and in a straight line.
The speed boat sliced through the waves. |
| related words: |
cut, scrape, scratch, section, slash |
| derivations: |
sliceable (adj.), slicer (n.) |
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