Swathe – A broad strip

(Pronounced swayth)

To remember the definition of the word swathe, use the following mnemonic:

A super wave (swathe) took out a broad strip of the town.

Examples of swathe in a sentence

The bomb had left a swathe of the town centre in ruins.

Building the road would involve cutting a great swathe through the forest.

Make sure you interview a good swathe of people when conducting your poll to get the best results.