What does splinter mean?
A small, sharp piece of wood or other material that breaks off from something, especially a piece of wood that breaks off from a piece of furniture or a tree. A small, narrow piece of something that breaks off from a larger piece.
Example
"The child got a splinter in her finger while playing with a wooden toy."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.