klyva sig — meaning in English

English meaning

• bifurcate verb To divide or fork into two channels or branches.
• cleave verb To split something apart, typically with a sharp tool or a forceful blow.

Senses

klyva sig is used for these senses in English:

• bifurcate (intransitive) To divide or fork into two channels or branches.
• cleave (transitive) (chemistry) To split (a complex molecule) into simpler molecules.
• cleave (intransitive) To split.

bifurcate — full definition

1. verb To divide or fork into two channels or branches.
2. verb To cause to bifurcate.

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).

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