splice

[splaɪs]

splice Definition

• 1. to join two pieces of rope, film, or tape by twisting them together
• 2. to cut a part from a film or recording and join the remaining parts together

Using splice: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "splice" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The sailor spliced the ropes together to make a longer one.

• Example

  The editor spliced together different scenes to create a cohesive story.

• Example

  I need to splice these two audio tracks together.

splice Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for splice

• join
• unite
• link
• connect

Antonyms for splice

• separate
• disconnect

Phrases with splice

• splice in

  to insert something into a film or recording

  Example

  We need to splice in some additional footage to complete the scene.

• splice up

  to divide something into smaller parts

  Example

  Let's splice up the project into manageable tasks.

• splice together

  to join two or more things together

  Example

  The DJ spliced together different songs to create a unique mix.

Origins of splice

from Old English 'splīstan', meaning 'to split'

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Summary: splice in Brief

The verb 'splice' [splaɪs] means to join two pieces of rope, film, or tape by twisting them together or to cut a part from a film or recording and join the remaining parts together. It can be used to describe physically joining objects or digitally editing media. Examples include 'The sailor spliced the ropes together to make a longer one.' and 'The editor spliced together different scenes to create a cohesive story.'