1. into two parts; in two
Usage: archaic or literary

1. separated into two parts; divided
Usage: archaic or literary

Examples

• The old rope tore atwain when they pulled it too hard.
• The kingdom was split atwain by civil war.
• He broke the stick atwain over his knee.
• The lightning struck the tree atwain.
• Their friendship was torn atwain by betrayal.