scindere — meaning in English

English meaning

• cleave verb To split something apart, typically with a sharp tool or a forceful blow.
• crack verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
• split verb To divide something into parts, often along a line.

Senses

scindere is used for these senses in English:

• cleave (transitive) (chemistry) To split (a complex molecule) into simpler molecules.
• crack (transitive, chemistry) To break down (a complex molecule), especially with the application of heat: to pyrolyse.

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).

crack — full definition

1. verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
2. verb To solve a difficult problem or figure something out.
3. verb To break down or give in under pressure, especially during questioning or stress.
4. verb To make a joke.
5. noun A thin line or split in a surface.

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