Meaning of the word splinters in English

What does splinters mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

splinters

Noun

a small, sharp, broken piece of wood, glass, plastic, or similar material:

Example:
The girl had a splinter (of wood) in her toe.

Verb

to break into small, sharp pieces:

Example:
The edges of the plastic cover had cracked and splintered.