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slice

slice

 
 
pronunciation:
slaIs
parts of speech:
noun, verb
features:
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a broad and flat or wedge-shaped piece of a larger object.
She made a sandwich with two slices of bread.
 
definition 2: a portion or segment of anything.
The employees demanded a slice of the company's profits.
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part of speech: verb
inflections: slices, slicing, sliced
definition 1: to divide into slices.
She sliced the ham with a sharp knife.
 
definition 2: to take from a larger portion by cutting.
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derivations: sliceable (adj.), slicer (n.)