"Splintering" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Splintering" Meaning

The verb "splintering" has several meanings:

1. To break or split into fragments or pieces, often suddenly and violently: "The wood started splintering as it cracked under the pressure."
2. (British English) To separate or fragment into smaller parts or factions, often due to disagreements or conflicts: "The company is splintering due to internal divisions."

As a noun, a splintering refers to the act or sound of something breaking or splitting, or one of the sharp, small pieces that result from such a break.

"Splintering" Examples

5 Usage Examples of "Splintering"

1. The wood on the old chair started to splintering because of the years without maintenance.

2. After the accident, the glass scattered all over the floor due to splintering.

3. The splintering effect seen on the paint after hitting the wall is a characteristic sign of poor paint quality.

4. The bacteria started splintering off due to the newly applied antiseptic.

5. The rock face splintering apart as the ice beneath it melted, making it a clear path for the extreme climber.