split end — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A hair which has split at the end, usually from dryness or poor nutrition.

   Examples

   I've got so many split ends – I think I must be working too hard.

2. The condition of having hairs with split ends.

   Usage

   • in-plural

   Synonyms

   schizotrichiatrichoptilosis

   Examples

   Help! I've got split ends!

3. The position which lines up wide and on the offensive line of scrimmage, whose primary job is to serve as a wide receiver.

   Synonyms

   wideout

   Examples

   Jones played split end.

4. A player playing the position of split end.

   Examples

   The split end ran deep.

Noun

1. (football) an offensive end who lines up at a distance from the other linemen

   Broader terms

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