Definition of: splice

(splīs) v.t. spliced, splic·ing
1. To unite, as two ropes or parts of a rope, so as to form one continuous piece, by intertwining the strands.
2. To connect, as timbers, by beveling, scarfing, or overlapping at the ends.
3. Slang To join in marriage: usually in the passive.
—to splice the main brace To serve or take a glass of grog: chiefly jocular.
—noun
1. A union at the ends of joined parts, especially of ropes, made by intertwining the strands.
2. The place at which two parts are spliced. [<MDu. splissen]
SPLICES
a. Cut splice.
b–c. Long splices.
d–f. Short splices.
g–l. Eye splices.