slice
Slice (noun) means a thin, flat piece cut off from something larger. Example: “She cut a slice of bread and toasted it.”
How to Use Slice
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA thin piece cut from something, or the act of cutting it that way; in sports, an unwanted curving shot.
Word Forms
sliced past tense, slices plural, slices singular
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She cut a _____ of bread and toasted it.
Etymology
From Old French esclice, "a piece split off," tracing back to a Germanic root meaning "to split, tear apart."
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What does “slice” mean?
The word “slice” means a thin, flat piece cut off from something larger. In plain terms, a thin piece cut from something, or the act of cutting it that way; in sports, an unwanted curving shot.
How do you pronounce “slice”?
“Slice” is pronounced slys (/slaɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “slice” in a sentence?
Here is “slice” used in a sentence: “She cut a slice of bread and toasted it.”
What part of speech is “slice”?
Depending on how it is used, “slice” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “slice” come from?
The word “slice” comes from Old French. From Old French esclice, "a piece split off," tracing back to a Germanic root meaning "to split, tear apart.".
Is “slice” a common word?
“Slice” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “slice” have?
“Slice” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a thin, flat piece cut off from something larger.
What is the difference between slice and cut?
Cut is the general word for dividing or opening something with a blade, while slice specifically means cutting thin, flat pieces from something larger, usually with a smooth stroke. You cut a rope or cut paper, but you slice bread, ham, or tomatoes into even pieces.
What is a slice in golf?
In golf, a slice is a shot that curves unintentionally in flight, typically to the right for a right-handed player. It is the opposite of a hook, which curves the other way, and it is a very common fault among amateur golfers.