splitter

noun

split·ter | \ ˈspli-tər

Definition of splitter

1 : one that splits

2 : one who classifies organisms into numerous named groups based on relatively minor variations or characters — compare lumper

3 : split-fingered fastball

Examples of splitter in a Sentence

a three-way phone line splitter

Recent Examples on the Web As far as aerodynamic improvements, the front bumper and splitter increase downforce and improve airflow for cooling, respectively. — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 7 July 2021 Monday, he was drilled behind his left ear by an 81 mph splitter thrown by the Angels’ Junior Guerra and forced from the game. — John Shea, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 June 2021 Mize threw him back-to-back splitters; the second splitter was executed well, but Moncada did damage for a two-out homer to left field. — Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 4 June 2021 His splitter was fantastic all night, all the way down to his 98th and final pitch, which Juan Lagares missed for strikeout No. 8. — John Shea, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 June 2021 The aero team added the carbon-fiber front splitter and rear diffuser. — Dan Neil, WSJ, 12 June 2021 Fraley lined a splitter by Cobb just over the wall in center field and the glove of Juan Lagares. — Joe Reedy, Star Tribune, 6 June 2021 Additionally, Corvettes not equipped with the track-ready Z51 package can now be ordered with a new low rear spoiler (pictured) and a Z51 front splitter. — Connor Hoffman, Car and Driver, 11 June 2021 His splitter is probably the hardest in the league. — BostonGlobe.com, 6 June 2021

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