Sever

sever, v. t. [-ered (-Srd), -ering.] To separate (one from another); to cut or break open or apart to keep distinct or apart, make a distinction respecting to; divide, part, disjoin, distinguish, discriminate, disconnect. (Law.) To part po e ion of— v. To make a separation or distinction; to distinguish; to be parted or rent asunder. — Several, -er-al, a. Separate; distinct; not common to 2 or more; single; diverse; different; various; consisting of a number; more than 2, but not very many; diverse; sundry. — Severalty, -al-tT, n. A state of separation from the rest, or from all others. — Severance, -ans, n. Act of severing or dividing; separation.