segments (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈsɛɡmənts/
Definition
A distinct part of something, especially a larger whole.
Examples
The company is divided into several market segments.
Each segment of the orange was juicy and sweet.
This segment of the report focuses on financial performance.
How to Use segments
- segment of (prepositional phrase)
- A part or portion of something. — "He presented a segment of his research at the conference."
- market segment (collocation)
- A distinct group of consumers with similar needs or characteristics. — "The company targets a specific market segment with its new product."
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