Pronunciation: [slˈɪvə] (IPA) 
The word "sliver" is spelled with the consonants "s-l-v-r". The "s" sounds like "s" in "sit", the "l" sounds like "l" in "like", the "v" sounds like "v" in "very" and the "r" sounds like "r" in "right". The "i" in "sliver" is pronounced as "ɪ" as in "it". The "e" is not pronounced, although it is written to distinguish it from "silver". A sliver is a small, thin piece of something, often wood or metal.
A "sliver" is a noun that refers to a thin, narrow piece of material or substance, typically cut or broken off from a larger whole. It is characterized by its slender shape and small size. The term is commonly used to describe objects or substances that have been fragmented or split into very thin parts.
In terms of physical objects, a sliver often refers to a fragment or slice that has been separated from a larger entity. For instance, a sliver of wood could indicate a thin, elongated piece of timber that has been cut or broken off from a larger plank. Similarly, a sliver of glass may refer to a thin shard that has splintered or been detached from a glass surface.
The term "sliver" can also describe abstract concepts, such as a sliver of hope or a sliver of information. In these contexts, it suggests a small, incremental amount or portion of something intangible. For example, a sliver of hope could imply a faint or modest amount of optimism, while a sliver of information may indicate a fragmentary or limited piece of knowledge.
Overall, a sliver denotes a thin, narrow portion or fragment that has been separated from a larger whole, both in terms of physical objects and abstract concepts.
• To cut or divide into long thin pieces.
• A long piece cut or rent off; a long continous lap or twist of wool or cotton.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "sliver" has its origins in Middle English. It was derived from the Old English word "slifer", meaning a splinter or fragment. The term likely originated from the Old Norse word "sleifar", which means a splinter or chip. Over time, the word "sliver" took on its current meaning of a thin, narrow piece or slice.
