Both Uses of
sever
in
Oliver Twist
- At least half a dozen more were severally drawn forth from the same box, and surveyed with equal pleasure; besides rings, brooches, bracelets, and other articles of jewellery, of such magnificent materials, and costly workmanship, that Oliver had no idea, even of their names.†
Chpt 9 *
- Having gone thus far, the two old gentlemen severally took snuff, and afterwards shook hands, according to their invariable custom.†
Chpt 41
Definition:
to end or cut off completely -- either physically or in relationships