splinter

[ˈsplɪntər]

splinter Definition

  • 1a small, thin, sharp piece of wood, glass, or similar material that has broken off from a larger piece
  • 2to break into small, thin, sharp pieces

Using splinter: Examples

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

  • Example

    I got a splinter in my finger from the wooden fence.

  • Example

    The glass shattered and splintered into tiny pieces.

  • Example

    The door splintered under the force of the battering ram.

splinter Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with splinter

  • a small group that has broken away from a larger organization or political party

    Example

    The splinter group formed their own political party after disagreeing with the main party's policies.

  • a condition where small blood clots form under the nails, causing red or brown lines to appear

    Example

    The doctor diagnosed the patient with splinter hemorrhages after noticing the lines under their fingernails.

  • a small political party that has broken away from a larger party

    Example

    The splinter party was formed by members who disagreed with the main party's stance on environmental issues.

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Summary: splinter in Brief

A 'splinter' [ˈsplɪntər] is a small, sharp piece of wood, glass, or similar material that has broken off from a larger piece. It can also refer to the act of breaking into small, sharp pieces. Examples include getting a splinter in your finger or a door splintering under force. Phrases like 'splinter group' and 'splinter party' describe small groups that have broken away from larger organizations or political parties.