Main Entry:

sep·a·ra·tion

Pronunciation:

\ˌse-pə-ˈrā-shən\

Function:

noun

Date:

14th century

1: the act or process of separating : the state of being separated2 a: a point, line, or means of division b: an intervening space : gap <the separation between wheel spokes>3 a: cessation of cohabitation between a married couple by mutual agreement or judicial decree b: termination of a contractual relationship (as employment or military service)