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to split
verbgeneral usevery common/ʁɐˈʃaɾ/ra·char
Definitions
21
To break or cleave something solid, usually in an irregular way, without completely separating the parts.
Usage examples
“He tried to split the log with an axe.”
“The ice began to crack under the weight.”
Common combinations
to split woodto crack opento split up
Idiomatic expressions
- To split one's sides laughing (to laugh very hard)
- To rack one's brains (to think very hard)
2
To disagree or separate from someone, ending a relationship or alliance.
Usage examples
“After the argument, they decided to split the partnership.”
“They split up and don't talk anymore.”
Common combinations
to split with someoneto split the group