partition — a structure dividing a space into two or more areas
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a structure dividing a space into two or more areas
Pronunciation (IPA): /pɑːrˈtɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- My roommate snores so loudly that I'm considering installing a soundproof partition between our beds.
- The partition in the restaurant couldn't hide the couple's loud breakup conversation.
- The hard drive partition allows you to organize your files more efficiently.
partition
NOUN[/pɑːrˈtɪʃən/]
a structure dividing a space into two or more areas
The office used glass partitions to create separate work areas.
The warehouse used partitions to organize different supplies.
Without cooperation, partition and division can lead to collision.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'partitio' meaning 'a division or distribution', derived from 'partire' meaning 'to divide or share'. This comes from the root 'pars' meaning 'part' or 'portion'.
Breakdown
part- (part, portion) + -tion (noun suffix indicating action or result) = partition
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📝Examples
“My roommate snores so loudly that I'm considering installing a soundproof partition between our beds.”
“The partition in the restaurant couldn't hide the couple's loud breakup conversation.”
“The hard drive partition allows you to organize your files more efficiently.”
“After the partition of India in 1947, millions of people migrated.”
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