Meaning of the word division in English

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

division

US /dɪˈvɪʒ.ən/
UK /dɪˈvɪʒ.ən/
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Noun

1.

the action of separating something into parts or the process of being separated

Example:
The division of labor increased efficiency.
There was a clear division between the two groups.
2.

a major administrative or operational unit, especially in a military, business, or educational context

Example:
He was transferred to the sales division.
The army's 101st Airborne Division is famous.
3.

the process of discovering how many times one number is contained in another

Example:
She is learning division in math class.
The problem involved complex division.
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