slicing
n. uncountable B1 Intermediate US //ˈsɫaɪsɪŋ// UK //slˈaɪsɪŋ// slic·ing
n. the act of cutting something into thin, flat pieces. You usually do this with food like bread, meat, or vegetables.
n. the action of cutting something into thin, flat sections. Often used as a gerund to describe a specific culinary or industrial process.
The chef is busy slicing the onions for the soup.
Proper slicing of the roast beef requires a very sharp knife to ensure the pieces are uniform and thin.
While the machine handles the bulk slicing of the timber, the final finishing work must be done by hand to preserve the delicate grain of the wood.
Usage
Often functions as a gerund; when used as a noun, it typically describes the process rather than the result.