MORE SPLINTERY Meaning and
Definition
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"More splintery" is an adjective that describes something with an increased tendency to break into thin, sharp fragments or slivers of material, often irregularly shaped. This term is derived from the word "splinter," which refers to a small, pointed piece of wood, glass, metal, or any other material that has splintered, snapped, or been otherwise fractured.
When an object is described as "more splintery," it implies that it is prone to producing a greater number or sharper pieces when it breaks or is damaged. For example, a wooden board that is more splintery will generate thinner and more jagged shards, as opposed to larger, chunkier pieces. This increased splintering could be due to various factors such as the type of wood used, the condition of the wood (e.g., dry or rotted), or the force applied. Similarly, the term can also describe materials other than wood, such as glass, plastic, or even metal, alluding to their ability to break with sharp edges that may cause injury.
The adjective "more splintery" helps to compare the degree of splintering between different objects or materials. It implies a higher likelihood of sharp fragments being produced, which may pose a greater risk of causing punctures, lacerations, or other injuries. Consequently, caution should be exercised when handling or coming into contact with objects described as "more splintery" to avoid potential harm.
Common Misspellings for MORE SPLINTERY
- nore splintery
- kore splintery
- jore splintery
- mire splintery
- mkre splintery
- mlre splintery
- mpre splintery
- m0re splintery
- m9re splintery
- moee splintery
- mode splintery
- mofe splintery
- mote splintery
- mo5e splintery
- mo4e splintery
- morw splintery
- mors splintery
- mord splintery
- morr splintery
- mor4 splintery
Etymology of MORE SPLINTERY
"More splintery" is not a standalone word with its own etymology. "More" is a comparative adjective indicating a higher degree or quantity of something, while "splintery" is an adjective describing an object or material that is prone to forming or containing splinters. These words have separate etymologies:
- "More" comes from the Old English word "māra", which ultimately has Proto-Germanic roots.
- "Splintery" is derived from the noun "splinter", which has Middle English origins and can be traced back to Old English "spleinter". The word "splinter" itself evolved from Germanic languages like Old Frisian, Middle Dutch, and Middle Low German.
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