split [ˈsplɪt]

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¹ split verb

• to break apart or into pieces especially along a straight line
• to separate or divide into parts or groups —often + up —often + up
• to separate or divide into groups that disagree

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² split noun

• a narrow break, tear, or crack
• a division or separation in a group that is caused by a disagreement
• a clear separation or difference between two or more things