partition
/pɑːˈtɪʃən/ · /pɑːrˈtɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic CityWord #6307 in the learning path
隔墙；隔板
Definitions
n. A wall or screen that divides a space into sections.
隔墙；隔板
n. The division of a country or area into separate parts.
分割；分治
v. To divide a space or area into separate sections.
分隔；划分
Example
A wooden partition separates our kitchen from the dining area.
一道木隔板将我们的厨房与用餐区隔开。
Movable partitions allow schools to adapt classroom spaces for group discussions, independent study, and larger community events.
可移动隔墙让学校能够调整教室空间，以满足小组讨论、自主学习和较大型社区活动的需要。
Collocations
- a glass partition
- a partition wall
- partition off
- the partition of a country
Synonyms
- divider
- divide
Usage tip
partition off指隔出空间，如隔出一间办公室。
FAQ
- What does partition mean?
- A wall or screen that divides a space into sections. The division of a country or area into separate parts. To divide a space or area into separate sections.
- How is partition pronounced?
- UK /pɑːˈtɪʃən/, US /pɑːrˈtɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
