Definition

A connection made by joining two or more parts together, often used in contexts like film editing or rope work.

Example

The splice in the cable ensured that the connection was strong and secure.

Conversation

Did you see how they made that splice in the video editing class?

Yeah, it was really cool to see how they joined the clips together.

I think that splice really improved the flow of the story.

Definitely! It made everything much more engaging.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To join two or more things together, especially by overlapping or binding their ends, or to connect strands in a way that they become one.

Example

The technician will splice the two wires to ensure a strong connection.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I need your help to splice these two video clips together.

Sure! Do you want them to fade into each other or just cut straight?

I think a straight cut would be better for this project.

Root Explanation

Splice → It is derived from the Middle English 'splicen', which comes from the Old French 'esplicer' (meaning to split or to cut). The word 'splice' means to join or connect two pieces together, especially by cutting and interweaving them.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cutting' ('esplicer') to 'join' two things together — that's what splice means.

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