split end

English

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

Etymology

Compound from English split + English end (patient of action).

Origin

English

end

Gloss

patient of action

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