Slice — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Slice
Slice (verb)
- to cut with or as if with a knife
- to stir or spread with a slice
- to hit (a ball) so that a slice results
Slice (noun)
- a thin flat piece cut from something
- a wedge-shaped piece (as of pie or cake)
- a spatula for spreading paint or ink
Slice (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a number of things selected from a group to stand for the whole
"the novel's multitudinous array of characters constitute a veritable slice of humanity"
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a piece that has been separated from the whole by cutting
"took a slice from the cake before passing it down the table"
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something belonging to, due to, or contributed by an individual member of a group
"there's a pile of money to be made on this land deal, and everybody's trying to get their slice"
Slice (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to cut into long slender pieces
"slice the carrot into tiny strips"
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to penetrate with a sharp edge (as a knife)
"the shard of glass sliced my hand, and I started bleeding profusely"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Slice
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Near Antonyms of Slice
Word Forms of Slice
Origin & Etymology of Slice
Middle English sklicen, from Anglo-French esclicer to splinter, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German slīzan to tear apart slit
First known use: 1551t
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Slice
- CEFR level: B1 English Vocabulary — Page 14
- Topics: Food & Drinks
Words & Phrases Containing Slice
Frequently Asked Questions about Slice
What does "Slice" mean?
"Slice" means to cut with or as if with a knife. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to cut with or as if with a knife. It has 5 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Slice"?
Other words for "Slice" include cross section, sample, sampler, sampling, selection, cut, cutting and allotment. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Slice" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Slice"?
There are 88 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Slice". Common alternatives include cross section, sample, sampler, sampling, selection, cut, cutting, allotment, allowance and end.
How do you use "Slice" in a sentence?
Examples of "Slice" in a sentence: "the novel's multitudinous array of characters constitute a veritable slice of humanity"; "took a slice from the cake before passing it down the table"; "there's a pile of money to be made on this land deal, and everybody's trying to get their slice".
Is "Slice" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Slice" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.
Is "Slice" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B1-level word, "Slice" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.
How do you pronounce "Slice"?
"Slice" is pronounced /ˈslīs/.
What is the origin of the word "Slice"?
"Slice" comes from Middle English sklicen, from Anglo-French esclicer to splinter, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German slīzan to tear apart slit. First known use: 1551t.