splicing

Definition of Splicing in English :

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Noun

1. splice, splicing

a junction where two things (as paper or film or magnetic tape) have been joined together

Example Sentences:
'the break was due to an imperfect splice'

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WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Splicing

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verb (transitive)

1.

to join (two ropes) by intertwining the strands

2.

to join up the trimmed ends of (two pieces of wire, film, magnetic tape, etc) with solder or an adhesive material

3.

to join (timbers) by overlapping and binding or bolting the ends together

4. (passive) informal

to enter into marriage

the couple got spliced last Saturday

5. splice the mainbrace

noun

6.

a join made by splicing

7.

the place where such a join occurs

8.

the wedge-shaped end of a cricket-bat handle or similar instrument that fits into the blade

Splicing

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verb transitiveWord forms: spliced or ˈsplicing

1.

to join or unite (ropes or rope ends) by weaving together the end strands

2.

to join the ends of (timbers) by overlapping and binding or bolting together

3.

to fasten the ends of (wire, film, audiotape, etc.) together, as by twisting, soldering, cementing, etc.

4. Slang

to join in marriage

noun

5.

a joint or joining made by splicing

Splicing

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tr.v. spliced, splic·ing, splic·es

1.

a. To join (two pieces of film, for example) at the ends.

b. To join (ropes, for example) by interweaving strands.

2. To join (pieces of wood) by overlapping and binding at the ends.

3. To join together or insert (segments of DNA or RNA) so as to form new genetic combinations or alter a genetic structure.

4. Slang To join in marriage: They went to Las Vegas to get spliced.

n.

1. A joining by splicing.

2. A place where parts have been spliced.

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