Meaning & use

slice

noun·Everyday

A thin, flat piece cut from something larger, especially food.

See it in a sentence

She cut a thick slice of bread and spread butter across it.

He ordered a slice of pizza and a drink for lunch.

A note on using this word

As a verb, 'slice' means to cut something into thin pieces, or in sports, to hit a ball with a curving spin.

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Another way to use it

2. verb

To cut something into thin, flat pieces with a sharp blade.

He sliced the cucumber thinly so it would fit neatly into the salad.

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