divider

noun

di·​vid·​er də-ˈvī-dər 

1

: one that divides

2

dividers plural : an instrument for measuring or marking (as in dividing lines)

3

: something serving as a partition between separate spaces or areas

a highway divider

Illustration of divider

• dividers

Synonyms of divider

• fence
• wall
• separator

Examples of divider in a Sentence

Concrete barriers are used as highway dividers.

She has proven to be a divider of people.

He says that he's a uniter, not a divider.

Recent Examples on the Web

Open floor plans are free of permanent dividers (save for features like islands or furniture). —Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 11 Mar. 2026

The blue-and-white trimmings, terracotta floor, toile room divider, and plethora of antique wood furniture give it a distinct look; extra-tall ceilings make the whole thing feel grand. —Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026

At least one vehicle struck the center divider and caught fire, the CHP said. —City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026

The bedroom is upstairs in the loft and is typical for a tiny house, with a low ceiling and room for a double bed, plus a storage unit, which doubles as a divider for privacy. —Adam Williams march 05, New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing divider

• voltage divider

Rhymes for divider

• collider
• confider
• insider
• outsider
• provider
• cider
• cyder
• eider
• glider
• hider
• rider
• schneider

Kids Definition

divider

noun

di·​vid·​er də-ˈvīd-ər 

1

: something that divides

a room divider

2

plural : an instrument for measuring or marking

Medical Definition

divider

noun

di·​vid·​er də-ˈvīd-ər 

: the second incisor tooth of a horse situated between the center and corner incisors on each side compare nipper sense 2