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Meaning of the word divide in English

What does divide mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

divide

US /dɪˈvaɪd/
UK /dɪˈvaɪd/
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Verb

1.

to separate into parts or shares

Example:
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We need to divide the cake into equal slices.
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The river divides the city into two parts.
Synonym:
split separate partition distribute share
2.

to perform the operation of division in arithmetic

Example:
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Can you divide 100 by 4?
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The teacher taught us how to divide fractions.

Noun

a point or line that separates two areas or things

Example:
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The mountain range forms a natural divide between the two countries.
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There's a clear divide between rich and poor in this society.
Synonym:
boundary border split gap
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