From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishsplit shiftˌsplit ˈshift noun [countable] BECJOB/WORKa period of work that is divided into two or more parts on the same dayFrom Longman Business Dictionarysplit shiftˈsplit shiftHUMAN RESOURCES a shift that is divided into two or more parts on the same dayCatering assistants work split shifts (7-10 am, 4-7 pm) to cover breakfasts and evening meals. → shift