cleaving

动词 cleave:

1. separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument
   同义词：cleave, split, rive
2. make by cutting into
   同义词：cleave
3. come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
   同义词：cling, cleave, adhere, stick, cohere

1. The ship's bows cleaved (through) the waves.
   轮船破浪前进。
2. He cleaved an apple with a knife.
   他用一把刀子将苹果切开。
3. They cleaved a path through the wilderness.
   他们在荒原中开辟出一条路。