Definitions
There are 12 meanings of the word
Slash.
How to pronounce slash:
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Slash - as a noun
An open tract of land in a forest that is strewn with debris from logging (or fire or wind)
A punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
diagonalseparatrixsolidusvirguleA strong sweeping cut made with a sharp instrument
Slash - as a verb
Beat severely with a whip or rod
Example: "The teacher often flogged the students"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
floglashlatherstraptrounceweltwhipHypernyms (Closely Related)
beatwork overHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cut open
Example: "She slashed her wrists"
Cut drastically
Example: "Prices were slashed"
Move or stir about violently
Example: "The feverish patient thrashed around in his bed"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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agitateshakeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Slash - as an adverb
Used to note the sound or action of a slash.
Slash - as a conjunction
Used to connect two or more identities in a list.
Used to list alternatives.
Example Sentences
"He used a slash (/) to mark the end of a sentence."
"The hockey player has a scar from a slash across his face."
"Her favorite designation for herself is 'writer/director' - note the slash between the two roles."
"The thief made a slash on the painting with a knife."
"He made a high slash with his sword, narrowly missing his opponent."
Word Game Points
Is SLASH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, slash is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SLASH has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is SLASH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, slash is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSLASH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is SLASH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, slash is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSLASH has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
