slash
Translation
to cut with a sweeping motion, to reduce greatly, a long cut, a forward slash
Examples
He slashed the canvas with a knife.
He slashed the canvas with a knife.
The company slashed prices to boost sales.
The company slashed prices to boost sales.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to cut (sth.) with a violent, sweeping motion. He slashed the tires on my car.
((sth.)) to reduce (sth.) by a large amount. They have slashed 1,000 jobs.
Similar Words
Synonyms (verb): cut, gash, reduce; Synonyms (noun): cut, gash, stroke.
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, possibly from Old French 'esclachier' (to break).
Memory Tips
Imagine a sword making a 'SLASH!' sound as it cuts, or a red pen slashing through a budget.