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Slashed Definition & Meaning

slashed
adjective
  1. patterned by having color applied with sweeping strokes; "brown iris...slashed with yellow"- Willa Cather
  2. having long and narrow ornamental cuts showing an underlying fabric; "a slashed doublet"; "slashed cuffs showing the scarlet lining"
  3. (used of rates or prices) reduced usually sharply; "the slashed prices attracted buyers"

"Slashed" in song lyrics

See how slashed is used in real songs:

  • "You two days from gettin, snuffed and slashed"
    Big Shug — Exposed
  • "we rock rows, I crash like a drunk driver wit his tire slashed"
    Boot Camp Clik — Headz Are Reddee Pt. II
  • "That's why you Entered the Dragon and got slashed"
    Jedi Mind Tricks f/ Killasha — Contra

Usage tips for "slashed"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "slashed" 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 slashed to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does slashed mean?
patterned by having color applied with sweeping strokes; "brown iris...slashed with yellow"- Willa Cather having long and narrow ornamental cuts showing an underlying fabric; "a slashed doublet"; "slashed cuffs showing the scarlet lining" (used of rates or prices) reduced usually sharply; "the slashed prices attracted buyers"
What part of speech is slashed?
Slashed is an adjective.
How many definitions does slashed have?
Slashed has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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