1. (v.) 3d. pers. sing. pres. of Slide.

2. (imp. & p. p.) of Slit.

3. (n.) To cut lengthwise; to cut into long pieces or strips; as, to slit iron bars into nail rods; to slit leather into straps.

4. (n.) To cut or make a long fissure in or upon; as, to slit the ear or the nose.

5. (n.) To cut; to sever; to divide.

6. (n.) A long cut; a narrow opening; as, a slit in the ear.

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