splitter

noun

split·​ter ˈspli-tər How to pronounce splitter (audio)
1
: one that splits
2
: one who classifies organisms into numerous named groups based on relatively minor variations or characters compare lumper
3

Examples of splitter in a Sentence

a three-way phone line splitter
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Carbon-ceramic brakes are also standard here and reduce unsprung mass by nearly 60 pounds, while a new front splitter and rear spoiler aid high-speed stability. Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 8 May 2026 Armed with a new, higher-velocity version of his splitter/forkball, Sasaki has given the Dodgers enough signs of progress to stay in their rotation. Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 7 May 2026 But that’s not to say the Cubs don’t have a plan to combat the possibility that teams may lay off the splitter at certain points this season. Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 7 May 2026 The Sox closer relied heavily on his splitter and struck out Wood swinging to preserve a 5-4 victory. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for splitter

Word History

First Known Use

1623, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of splitter was in 1623

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“Splitter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/splitter. Accessed 12 May. 2026.

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