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to split up
[phrase form: split]
01
to separate something into smaller components
Transitive: to split up sth
Example
The team decided to split up the tasks to finish the project more efficiently.
It's easier to split up the work when collaborating on a group project.
02
to end a romantic relationship or marriage
Intransitive
Example
They tried to make it work, but eventually, they had to split up to find happiness independently.
It was a mutual decision to split up, and they both understood it was for the best.
03
to become divided into smaller parts or pieces
Intransitive
Example
Over time, the rock near the riverbank began to split up into smaller fragments due to erosion.
The old book's pages started to split up, making it delicate to handle.
04
to go into different paths or directions
Intransitive
Example
After the trip, the group of friends had to split up and return to their respective homes.
As the summer vacation ended, the friends had to split up and return to their universities in different states.
Split up
01
an increase in the number of outstanding shares of a corporation without changing the shareholders' equity
