division — the action of separating something into parts or the process of being separated
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of separating something into parts or the process of being separated
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈvɪʒən/
Example Sentences
- The math teacher's division problem was so hard that even the calculator started crying.
- There's a clear division between people who put pineapple on pizza and civilized humans.
- The company's new division focuses on developing eco-friendly products.
division
NOUN[/dɪˈvɪʒən/]
the action of separating something into parts or the process of being separated
the action of separating something into parts or the process of being separated
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin dividere meaning 'to divide' or 'to separate'. The term has been used since ancient Roman times to describe the action of dividing land, property, or other entities into distinct parts.
Breakdown
dividere (to divide) + -sion (action, state, result). The suffix -sion derives from the Latin nominal ending indicating the result or process of an action.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The math teacher's division problem was so hard that even the calculator started crying.”
“There's a clear division between people who put pineapple on pizza and civilized humans.”
“The company's new division focuses on developing eco-friendly products.”
“The division of household chores led to World War III in their apartment.”
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