Cleave ( verb , verb )

(As a verb)

Cleave ( verb )

1. To split or divide something along a natural boundary, such as a grain or a seam.
2. To split or divide something with a sharp instrument or tool.
3. To separate or divide into two or more parts.
4. To adhere strongly to a person or thing.

Origin:

Derived from the old english word "cleofian" meaning to split or divide.

Examples:

1. The wood cleaved easily with the axe.
2. He cleaved the log in two with a single blow.
3. The rock was cleaved by the pickaxe.
4. She cleaved to her husband during the difficult times.
5. The country cleaved into two separate nations.

(As a verb)

Cleave ( verb )

1. To split or divide something along a natural boundary, such as a grain or a seam.
2. To split or divide something with a sharp instrument or tool.
3. To separate or divide into two or more parts.
4. To adhere strongly to a person or thing.

Origin:

Derived from the old english word "cleofian" meaning to split or divide.

Examples:

1. The wood cleaved easily with the axe.
2. He cleaved the log in two with a single blow.
3. The rock was cleaved by the pickaxe.
4. She cleaved to her husband during the difficult times.
5. The country cleaved into two separate nations.