slicer

• Substantivo que designa uma pessoa ou coisa que corta, como um jogador de golfe cujas tacadas fazem curva para a direita, uma máquina com lâmina giratória para fatiar, ou uma faca própria para cortar determinados alimentos, como queijo.

A noun referring to a person or thing that slices, such as a golfer whose shots curve to the right, a machine with a revolving blade for cutting, or a knife designed for slicing specific foods like cheese.

1. Golfing termB2informalsport

   A golfer whose shots tend to curve to the right (for a right-handed player) due to spin.

   Slice

   • He's a notorious slicer, always ending up in the rough on the right.
   • The slicer adjusted his grip to correct his swing.
   • A slicer often struggles with accuracy on narrow fairways.

2. Cutting machineB1formaltechnical

   A machine or tool with a revolving blade used for cutting materials like meat, vegetables, or paper.

   Máquina de corte

   • The deli uses an electric slicer for ham and cheese.
   • A paper slicer makes trimming documents quick and precise.
   • The industrial slicer can cut through metal sheets.

   Sinônimoscutter

3. Food knifeA2informalculinary

   A knife specifically designed for slicing particular foods, such as cheese, bread, or tomatoes.

   Faca de fatiar

   • She used a cheese slicer to make thin, even slices.
   • A tomato slicer has a serrated edge to avoid crushing the fruit.
   • The bread slicer ensures uniform pieces for sandwiches.

   Sinônimoscarving knife