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sever

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈsɛvər/ · UK /ˈsevə/

Forms: severed

sever means: To end a relationship or connection completely.

verb

END CONNECTIONC1

To end a relationship or connection completely.

  • She severed ties with the group.
  • The countries severed diplomatic relations after the attack.
  • He has severed all contact with his former employer.

How to use it: sever ties/links with someone/something (The company severed ties with its supplier.)

Similar words: break off, cut off

Common phrases: sever ties, sever a connection, sever links with

CUT APARTC1

To cut completely through something or separate it from something else.

  • The blade severed the rope.
  • The accident severed a nerve in his hand.
  • The fallen branch had severed the power cable.

How to use it: sever something from something (The blade severed a branch from the tree.)

Similar words: cut through, cut off

Opposites: join

Common phrases: sever a cable, sever an artery, sever something from

Questions about sever

What does sever mean?

To end a relationship or connection completely.

What is sever in other languages?

Türkçe: kesmek · Español: romper · Français: rompre · Deutsch: abbrechen · Italiano: troncare · 日本語: 断つ

How do you pronounce sever?

In American English /ˈsɛvər/; in British English /ˈsevə/.

How do you use sever in a sentence?

She severed ties with the group. The countries severed diplomatic relations after the attack.

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