English Dictionary
Definition sever in British English
sever verb
verb
/ˈsevə(r)/
1
to cut through a part of something so that it is separated completely from the main part, or to be separated completely in this way
Example
He accidentally severed his finger with a saw.
2
to end something such as a friendship or a connection completely and permanently
Example
The rebels have severed all contact with the government.
