section
//ˈsekʃ(ə)n//
Translation
section
Definition
A section is a distinct part or slice of something larger, often referring to a portion that has been cut or separated from a whole. In this sense, it emphasizes a division or segment that can be physically or conceptually isolated, such as a slice of fruit, a part of a document, or a piece of a structure. This meaning is commonly used in contexts like anatomy (a section of an organ), publishing (a section of a book), or geometry (a cross-section).
Example
“The orange was divided into eight equal sections.”
“Please read the first section of the report before the meeting.”
“The cake was cut into thin sections for the guests.”
“A cross-section of the tree trunk revealed its age rings.”
“The library has a special section for rare books.”
“The doctor examined a section of the patient's lung tissue.”
“We sat in the front section of the concert hall.”
“The gardener removed a section of the damaged hedge.”
“Each section of the manual covers a different topic.”
“The pizza was sliced into six large sections.”
Synonyms
Other meanings
- A2bölüm, kısım (bir bütünün parçası)View this sense
- B1kesit, dilim(this page)
- B2bölüm, departman (örgüt)View this sense