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   segment

   /ˈsɛɡm(ə)nt/

   noun

   • 1. each of the parts into which something is or may be divided: "a large segment of the local population" Similar piecepartbitsectionchunkdivisionportionslicefragmentcomponentwedgelumpslabhunkparceltrancheinformal:wodgesubdivisiondivisionfractionpartportionsectionconstituentelementunitmoduleingredientslicedepartmentcompartmentsectorbranchwingOpposite wholewhole
   • ▪ a portion of time allocated to a particular broadcast item on radio or television: "they probably want to tape you for the eleven o'clock segment"
   • 2. a part of a figure cut off by a line or plane intersecting it.
   • ▪ the part of a circle enclosed between an arc and a chord.
   • ▪ the part of a line included between two points.
   • ▪ the part of a sphere cut off by any plane not passing through the centre.
   • 3. each of the series of similar anatomical units of which the body and appendages of some animals are composed, such as the visible rings of an earthworm's body.
   • 4. the smallest distinct part of a spoken utterance, especially with regard to vowel and consonant sounds rather than stress or intonation.

   verb

   • 1. divide (something) into separate parts or sections: "the unemployed are segmented into two groups"
   • ▪ divide into separate parts or sections: "the market is beginning to segment into a number of well-defined categories"
   • ▪ (of a cell) undergo cleavage; divide into many cells.

   Word Origin late 16th century (as a term in geometry): from Latin segmentum, from secare ‘to cut’. The verb dates from the mid 19th century.

   Derivatives

   • 1. segmentary adjective

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › segmentSegment Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of SEGMENT is a portion cut off from a geometric figure by one or more points, lines, or planes. How to use segment in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Segment.

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   Segment definition: one of the parts into which something naturally separates or is divided; a division, portion, or section. See examples of SEGMENT used in a sentence.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSEGMENT | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   SEGMENT definition: 1. one of the smaller groups or amounts that a larger group or amount can be divided into: 2. part…. Learn more.

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › segmentSegment - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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   A segment is one of several pieces that together create a whole. You could offer a segment of your orange to your girlfriend as a Valentine's Day gift. She’ll probably enjoy the orange, but she may break up with you. Lots of things can have segments.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishsegment noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of segment noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishSEGMENT | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary - Cambridge ...

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   SEGMENT definition: one of the parts that something can be divided into: . Learn more.

8. www.yourdictionary.com › segmentSegment Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary

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   noun. segments. Any of the parts into which a body is separated or separable; division; section. Webster's New World. Any of the parts into which something can be divided. Segments of the community; a segment of a television program. American Heritage. Similar definitions.

9. www.wordreference.com › definition › segmentsegment - WordReference.com Dictionary of English

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   segment n /ˈsɛɡmənt/ a part of a line or curve between two points. a part of a plane or solid figure cut off by an intersecting line, plane, or planes, esp one between a chord and an arc of a circle.

10. www.wordsmyth.netDefinition of SEGMENT

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    Definition of segment. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.

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    Sep 27, 2024 · segment n (definite singular segmentet, indefinite plural segment, definite plural segmenta) a segment