Slash Definition
slash
noun
- a wound made by cutting; "he put a bandage over the cut"
- 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
- a strong sweeping cut made with a sharp instrument
verb
- cut with sweeping strokes; as with an ax or machete
- beat severely with a whip or rod; "The teacher often flogged the students"; "The children were severely trounced"
- cut open; "she slashed her wrists"
- cut drastically; "Prices were slashed"
- move or stir about violently; "The feverish patient thrashed around in his bed"
"Slash" in song lyrics
See how slash is used in real songs:
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"Scheamin on suicide to play post I slash"
3rd Bass — Soul in the Hole -
"All that means is smash a rapper, bash a rapper, rapper slash"
Aceyalone — Serve & Protect -
"I keep the mic like glass, because I slash"
Akinyele — The Bomb
Words that rhyme with slash
Usage tips for "slash"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "slash" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for slash to find words that pair well.