Hairsplitting
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hairsplitting is a noun meaning present participle and gerund of hairsplit.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of hairsplit.
More Meanings
- Alternative form of hair-splitting.
Word Forms
- hairsplittings
Synonyms for hairsplitting
Depending on context, synonyms include precise, finespun.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include precise, finespun, pedantry, fussing, fuss, pains.
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