Meaning & use

slitters

noun·Academic

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Machines, blades, or workers that cut material such as paper, metal, or fabric into narrow strips.

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The factory installed new slitters to cut the steel coil into precise widths.

Workers operated the slitters carefully to avoid uneven edges.

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A common term in manufacturing and printing industries, referring to specialized cutting equipment.

Words with a similar meaning

cutters

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