segment 1 of 2

as in portion
one of the pieces from which something is designed to be assembled I think I lost one segment of this model kit

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segment

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How is the word segment distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of segment are division, fragment, member, part, piece, portion, and section. While all these words mean "something less than the whole," segment applies to a part separated or marked out by or as if by natural lines of cleavage.

the retired segment of the population

Where would division be a reasonable alternative to segment?

The synonyms division and segment are sometimes interchangeable, but division applies to a large or diversified part.

the manufacturing division of the company

When can fragment be used instead of segment?

The meanings of fragment and segment largely overlap; however, fragment applies to a part produced by or as if by breaking off.

only a fragment of the play still exists

In what contexts can member take the place of segment?

While the synonyms member and segment are close in meaning, member suggests one of the functional units composing a body.

a structural member

When might part be a better fit than segment?

Although the words part and segment have much in common, part is a general term appropriate when indefiniteness is required.

they ran only part of the way

When could piece be used to replace segment?

The words piece and segment can be used in similar contexts, but piece applies to a separate or detached part of a whole.

a puzzle with 500 pieces

When would portion be a good substitute for segment?

The words portion and segment are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, portion implies an assigned or allotted part.

cut the pie into six portions

When is it sensible to use section instead of segment?

In some situations, the words section and segment are roughly equivalent. However, section applies to a relatively small or uniform part.

the entertainment section of the newspaper

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of segment
Noun
Classrooms are often segmented into teams or cohorts, each assigned labels to reinforce group identity and belonging (for example, red and blue teams). Dr. Rami Kaminski, Time, 18 June 2025 Yuasa pulled out another prop: a copy of a tunnel book, a 3D piece that unfolds in a line, segmented into layers. Kambole Campbell, Variety, 14 June 2025
Verb
These brands cater to consumers seeking affordable premium experiences, a segment less affected by moderation trends. Michael Khouw, CNBC, 30 June 2025 American brands were bleeding market share for many years in budget-friendly, smaller vehicles and have, more or less, decided to give up on the segment, Seabaugh says. Mark Dent, HubSpot, 27 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for segment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for segment
Noun
  • The Council of Economic Advisers, an agency within the presidential executive office, estimates that changes in the legislation will help push the portion of seniors with exemptions and deductions exceeding Social Security income to 88%, from 64% under current law.
    Lorie Konish, CNBC, 7 July 2025
  • In both groups, the outer portion of the brain, called the cortex, also had a larger surface area on average, with more folds and grooves.
    Maia Szalavitz, Scientific American, 7 July 2025
Verb
  • The strawberries are then quartered and added to the skillet alongside ruby port (a sweet fortified wine that generally tastes like red berries) and fresh ginger for a hint of sweet spice.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 June 2025
  • In Middletown, Portland, and Cromwell 2,000 are left homeless, and many are quartered in the State Armory, the Salvation Army headquarters, and the Swedish Orphanage in Cromwell.
    Staff report, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2025
Noun
  • Wednesday’s auction is part of Sotheby’s Geek Week 2025 and features 122 items, including other meteorites, fossils and gem-quality minerals.
    Dave Collins, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2025
  • What really stopped the panic, more than Morgan’s intervention, was the issue on the part of private clearinghouse banks of scrip payable to other members of the banking associations.
    Brian Domitrovic, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Verb
  • Modern Israel was established following a United Nations plan to partition the territory of Palestine into separate Jewish and Arab states.
    Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
  • In 1947, the U.N. voted to partition Mandatory Palestine into two states, one Arab and one Jewish.
    Sean Durns, The Washington Examiner, 6 June 2025
Noun
  • Summer is here, and Amazon just restocked its secret outlet section with deals galore to mark the season.
    Michelle Lau, Southern Living, 9 July 2025
  • Ask a question about a concept from class and Claude can pull the relevant sections right away.
    Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Verb
  • Even the audience is bifurcated, moved out into the wings of the Koch Theater’s stage, leaving the auditorium vacant.
    Justin Davidson, Vulture, 20 June 2025
  • Either way, the mood in Iranian circles close to the regime has bifurcated, I’m told.
    Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 22 June 2025
Verb
  • And Just Like That … Club, our subscriber-exclusive newsletter obsessing over, dissecting, and debating everything about season three.
    Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 11 July 2025
  • What to do instead: Instead of dissecting their motives or childhood wounds, shift your attention to the actual impact their actions had on you, Brown says.
    Jenna Ryu, SELF, 24 June 2025
Verb
  • Know the Signs Cucumbers are typically divided into two main categories: slicing cucumbers and pickling cucumbers.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025
  • Debate at meeting During the board meeting Thursday night, the room was divided between supporters of Mayer, advocates for the students who came forward, and former students who were against Mayer’s employment from being reinstated.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 12 July 2025

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“Segment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/segment. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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