slash
slash
slæʃ
slāsh
/slæʃ/

Definition & Meaning of "slash"in English

to slash
01

to violently cut with a quick move using a knife, etc.

Transitive: to slash sb/sth | to slash at a target
to slash definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
movement verb
regular
present tense
slash
3rd person singular
slashes
past simple
slashed
past participle
slashed
Examples
The assailant slashed at the victim with a sharp knife, leaving deep wounds on their arm.
02

to create deliberate cuts or openings in fabric for decorative or functional purposes

Transitive: to slash fabric or a garment
Examples
The designer slashed the sleeves of the dress to add a modern, edgy look.
03

to whip or strike violently with forceful, sweeping movements

Transitive: to slash sb/sth
Examples
In a fit of rage, he slashed the air with his fists, venting his frustration.
04

to significantly reduce something, such as a price, quantity, or value

Transitive: to slash a value or quantity
Examples
The store slashed the prices of its winter coats by 50 % to clear out inventory.
05

to produce a sharp, snapping sound by swiftly moving a whip or similar object through the air

Transitive: to slash a whip or similar object
Examples
The cowboy slashed his whip above the herd, causing them to scatter.
Slash
01

a forceful, sweeping cut made with a sharp instrument

slash definition and meaning
Examples
The attacker delivered a slash to the victim's arm.
02

the symbol / used in print or writing to indicate alternatives or fractions, etc.

Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
slashes

What is a "slash"?

A slash (/) is a punctuation mark used to indicate a choice between two or more options, separate items, or show a relationship between words. It is often used in expressions like "and/or" to suggest that either option may apply. For example, in the phrase "Please bring your pen/pencil," the slash indicates that either item is acceptable. Slashes are also used in dates, such as "12/31/2024," or to separate lines of poetry when quoted in a single line. By providing clarity and brevity, slashes enhance the efficiency of written communication.

Examples
In the sentence, " Please bring a pencil / pen to the exam, " the slash indicates a choice between two items.
03

an open tract of land in a forest, often cleared or littered with debris from logging, fire, or wind

Examples
The hikers passed through a slash in the forest.
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