Definition of apart
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: at a little distance
tried to keep apart from the family squabbles
b
: away from one another in space or time
towns 20 miles apart
2a
: as a separate unit : independently
Viewed apart, his arguments were unsound.
b
: so as to separate one from another
I found it hard to tell the twins apart.
3
: excluded from consideration : aside
A few blemishes apart, the novel is excellent.
4
: in or into two or more parts : to pieces
coming apart at the seams
— see also take apart
apart
adjectiveDefinition of apart (Entry 2 of 2)
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Merriam-Webster unabridged
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Time Traveler for apart
The first known use of apart was in the 14th century
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