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split end

The correct spelling is split end.

How to pronounce split end

noun

Say it like: Spl-it -end

The correct spelling is split end. A hair which has split at the end, usually from dryness or poor nutrition. For example: "I've got so many split ends – I think I must be working too hard."

Usage Examples

I've got so many split ends – I think I must be working too hard.

Help! I've got split ends!

Jones played split end.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A hair which has split at the end, usually from dryness or poor nutrition.
  2. 2.(in the plural) The condition of having hairs with split ends.
  3. 3.The position which lines up wide and on the offensive line of scrimmage whose primary job is to serve as a wide receiver.
  4. 4.A player playing the position of split end.

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