slitting Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: S L IH1 T IH0 NG
What Does Slitting Mean?
Slitting is a verb that means to make a slit in. It is also used to mean to cut off or away.
Slitting Definition (Verb)
- to make a slit in
- to cut off or away : sever
- to form into a slit
- to cut into long narrow strips
Synonyms of Slitting
Slitting synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Slitting
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Slitting in a Sentence
He slit the bag open and the rice began pouring out.
I slit my finger open while cleaning up the broken glass
Word Forms & Grammar
slit
slit·ting
slit·ter noun
slits
slitted
slitter
slitters
slitting
slitting (plural slittings)
Words That Rhyme With Slitting
Origin of Slitting
Middle English slitten; akin to Middle High German slitzen to slit, Old High German slīzan to tear apart, Old English sciell shell shell
First Known Use
14th century