Definitions
n. the act of separating something into parts or shares
分割；分配
n. a major section of a company or organisation
部门；分部
n. disagreement that separates people into opposing groups
分歧；分裂
Example
We agreed on a fair division of household chores.
我们就家务的公平分工达成了一致。
A clear division of responsibilities between local and national authorities can improve the delivery of public services.
地方与中央部门之间明确划分职责，可以改善公共服务的提供。
Collocations
- division of labour
- division of responsibilities
- a research division
- social division
Word family
- divide (v.)
- divided (adj.)
- divisive (adj.)
Synonyms
- separation
- department
- split
Antonyms
- unity
Usage tip
还可指数学中的除法；divide 是对应动词。
FAQ
- What does division mean?
- the act of separating something into parts or shares a major section of a company or organisation disagreement that separates people into opposing groups
- How is division pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈvɪʒən/, US /dɪˈvɪʒən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
