Meaning of the word compartment in English

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compartment

US /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

UK /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

a separate section of a structure or container, used for a particular purpose

Example:

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The suitcase has a separate compartment for shoes.

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Each passenger had a small overhead compartment for their carry-on luggage.

Synonym:

section division chamber cubicle alcove

one of the separate sections of a railway carriage

Example:

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We booked a private compartment for our overnight train journey.

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The train had several first-class compartments.

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