1. a joint made by splicing two ropes, wires, or other materials together

1. joins or connects two ropes, wires, or other materials by weaving or binding their ends together
2. joins pieces of film, tape, or other material by cutting and reconnecting

Examples

• The sailor splices the two ropes together to make them longer.
• She splices the broken electrical wire to restore power.
• The film editor splices different scenes to create the final movie.
• The rope splice held strong during the storm.
• He learned how to make proper splices in sailing class.
• The technician splices fiber optic cables for the internet connection.
• The splice in the rope was barely visible when completed.