What does CLEFT mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun, adjective

Definitions:

1. (Noun) A split or division in something, especially that which is made by cutting.

2. (Adjective) Split or divided, especially partially.

Pronunciations:

US: /klɛft/

UK: /klɛft/

Origin and Usage:

The word "cleft" originated from Old English word "cleft" which means a split or crack. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. As a noun, it is used to describe a split or division in something, especially that which is made by cutting. As an adjective, it is used to describe something that is split or divided, especially partially.

Synonyms:

1. (Noun) Crack, fissure, crevice, gap

2. (Adjective) Divided, split, separated, halved

Related Words:

1. Cleat

2. Craft

3. Clift

4. Craft

5. Lefty

Example Sentences:

1. (Noun) She fell into the cleft in the rock and got stuck.

2. (Adjective) The cleft stick was used to hold the door open.