severing

UK
/ˈsɛvərɪŋ/
US
/ˈsɛvərɪŋ/

Translations

severingnoun
severings
pl
The severing of diplomatic ties was unexpected.
Разрыв дипломатических связей был неожиданным.
The severing of the branch from the tree was done carefully.
Отделение ветки от дерева было выполнено осторожно.
severinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈsɛv.ər.ɪŋ/
US
/ˈsɛv.ɚ.ɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe something that cuts off or separates.
seververb

severing

Gerund

severed
Past Simple
severed
Past Participle
severing
Gerund
UK
/ˈsɛvə/
US
/ˈsɛvər/
The company decided to sever ties with the supplier.
Компания решила разорвать связи с поставщиком.
He used a knife to sever the rope.
Он использовал нож, чтобы отрезать веревку.
They had to sever communication due to security reasons.
Им пришлось прекратить общение по соображениям безопасности.

Definitions

severingnoun
The act or process of cutting off or separating something, especially a connection or relationship.
The severing of diplomatic ties between the two countries led to increased tensions.
severinggerund / present participle
Acting to cut off or separate; causing severance.
The surgeon used a severing instrument to remove the damaged tissue.
seververb
To divide or separate something by cutting or slicing, especially suddenly and forcibly.
The storm severed the power lines, leaving the entire neighborhood without electricity.
To put an end to a connection or relationship; to break off.
After years of disagreements, she decided to sever all ties with her business partner.
(intransitive) To become separated or broken apart.
The cable severed during the storm, causing the mast to collapse.