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- pronunciation:
- par
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- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a wall or partial wall that separates or divides space.
Partitions were set up in the gym.- synonyms:
- screen
- similar words:
- barrier, division, fence, wall
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| related words: |
compartment |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
partitions, partitioning, partitioned |
| definition 1: |
to divide into parts or sections.
The farmer partitioned the field into several small gardens.- synonyms:
- divide, section
- similar words:
- separate, split, subdivide, zone
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| definition 2: |
to separate into parts using dividing walls.
They partitioned the basement to make three rooms.- similar words:
- divide, separate
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| related words: |
portion, share, wall |
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| derivations: |
partitioner (n.), partitionist (n.), partitionment (n.) |
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