klieven — meaning in English

English meaning

• cleave verb To split something apart, typically with a sharp tool or a forceful blow.
• slash noun A quick, forceful cutting stroke, or the cut it leaves.

Senses

klieven is used for these senses in English:

• cleave (transitive) To split or sever something with, or as if with, a sharp instrument.
• slash To cut with a swift broad stroke of an edged weapon.

cleave — full definition

1. verb To split something apart, typically with a sharp tool or a forceful blow.
2. verb To stick closely or stay loyal to something, especially a belief, plan, or person (an older, more formal use).

slash — full definition

1. noun A quick, forceful cutting stroke, or the cut it leaves.
2. noun The punctuation mark "/".
3. noun A sharp reduction, especially in cost or resources.
4. verb To cut with a swift, sweeping stroke.
5. verb To reduce sharply.

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