split

//splɪt//
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Verb

splitInfinitive
splitPresent tense
splitPast tense
splitPast participle
splittingPresent participle
splitsThird-person singular
1

To break or cause to break forcibly into parts, especially into halves or along the grain.

He split the log in half with an axe.

2

To divide or separate into parts or groups.

We split the class into two groups.

3

To share or divide something between two or more people.

Let's split the bill between us.

4

To end a relationship or partnership; to separate.

They decided to split after five years together.

5

To leave a place quickly; to depart.

Let's split before the cops arrive.

Noun

splitsPlural
1

A crack, tear, or division caused by splitting.

There was a split in the wooden board.

2

A division or separation between two or more things or groups.

There was a split in the party over economic policy.

3

An acrobatic position in which the legs are extended in opposite directions at 180 degrees.

She can do the splits perfectly after years of practice.

4

A dessert consisting of a banana cut lengthwise and served with ice cream and toppings.

We ordered a banana split for dessert.

Adjective

splitCanonical form
1

Divided or separated into parts.

The group had split opinions on the issue.

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