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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The sweeper has accounted for only 14% of his pitches thrown this year, well behind his four-seam fastball and splitter usage. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026 In the first inning on April 18, Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo challenged an 0-1 splitter that the umpire ruled a ball. Zack Meisel, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026 Sitting between 90 and 91 mph, his splitter was almost six mph faster than his bread-and-butter forkball. Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026 Roberts was encouraged by Sasaki’s outing, particularly with the success of his splitter. Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 26 Apr. 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 28 Apr. 2026.

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