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Slash

/slæʃ/noun / verb
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A slash refers to a swift, sweeping cut made with a sharp instrument, often evoking images of adventure in stories or precision in editing. In modern usage, it also denotes the '/' symbol in computing and writing, used for division, alternatives, or file paths, highlighting its evolution from physical action to digital shorthand.

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