Snitt

Snitt is a noun used in Swedish and Norwegian with several related meanings tied to cutting or dividing. The core idea is a surface or portion created by cutting something, but the term extends to several distinct domains, including science, food, fashion, and medicine. The word derives from older Nordic roots connected to cutting or dividing.

In science, a snitt refers to a cross-section or sectional view: the interior of an object revealed by slicing it. This use is common in anatomy, geology, architecture, and engineering, where a snitt helps illustrate internal structure or relationships between parts. For example, a cross-section of a bone or a geological snitt through rock shows internal layers.

In food, snitt denotes a slice or portion cut from bread, cake, or similar items. A snitt is a thin, served piece intended for eating, and phrases like “ett snitt bröd” or “ett snitt kaka” are typical in everyday language.

In fashion and sewing, snitt refers to the pattern or cut of a garment—the design shape that determines how fabric pieces are shaped and assembled. Klädsnitt describes the pattern and silhouette of clothing, influencing fit and style.

In medicine and pathology, snitt is used to describe a tissue section prepared for microscopic examination. Histological snitt are thin slices of tissue mounted on slides to allow cells and structures to be studied under a microscope.

Overall, snitt functions as a versatile term for a cut, slice, or sectional view, with specific applications depending on the context.