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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Yamamoto relied on three versions of his fastball – the four-seamer, two-seam sinker and splitter – to get 15 of his season-high 21 swings-and-misses. Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 29 July 2025 Yates’ development of a splitter, in many ways, carved out a career for him. Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 27 July 2025 In the world of paleoanthropology, there are splitters, who emphasize the differences between fossils, and lumpers, who emphasize the similarities. Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 26 July 2025 That rear wing incorporates a Formula 1-style drag-reduction system, S-duct air channel, aggressive front splitter, and rear diffuser to help generate an impressive 860 kilograms of downforce at 177 mph for ferocious performance. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 July 2025 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 3 Aug. 2025.

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