CEFR B2

partition

noun

Meaning

A division or separation of a country, state, or area into smaller parts, or the act of dividing something into parts.

Examples

The partition of India in 1947 created two independent nations: India and Pakistan.
A temporary partition was erected to divide the hall for the two separate events.

Synonyms: division, separation, dissection, bifurcation

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partition (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /pɑːrˈtɪʃn/

Definition

A division or separation of a country, state, or area into smaller parts, or the act of dividing something into parts.

Examples

The partition of India in 1947 created two independent nations: India and Pakistan.
A temporary partition was erected to divide the hall for the two separate events.
The treaty led to the partition of the disputed territory between the two rival nations.

How to Use partition

partition of (prepositional phrase): The act of dividing a country, territory, or estate. — "The partition of the land was a contentious issue."
partition into (prepositional phrase): The act of dividing something into distinct sections or parts. — "The hard drive was partitioned into several smaller drives."

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