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divide; distribute; fraction; point
Meanings
5 senses · 25 examplesverb
to divide; to separate; to split
Can describe physical separation or abstract division.
Please divide this cake into four equal parts.
They broke up.
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Sort the garbage for separate recycling.
He divided the team into two groups.
Please pack these two packages separately.
verb
to distribute; to assign; to allocate
Commonly used for sharing items, assigning tasks, or distributing resources.
The teacher distributes fruit to the students.
This month's bonus has already been allocated.
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Let's assign the work tasks now.
He gave half his pocket money to his younger brother.
Volunteers carry out activities in assigned zones.
noun
fraction; percentage; minute unit
Can refer to time units (1/60 of an hour), currency units, or mathematical fractions.
The full score for the exam is 100 points.
My home is only a ten-minute walk from school.
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This project is already one-third complete.
One yuan equals 100 fen.
He got 95 points on his math test.
adjective
separate; distinct; partial
Often used to describe things that are not integrated or complete.
This is a branch company.
He holds divergent views on this plan.
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Please collect supplies in batches.
This sub-venue is set up in the adjacent meeting room.
They have divergent opinions.
verb
to distinguish; to differentiate; to tell apart
Used when identifying similarities and differences between things or people.
Can you tell the difference between these twins?
We need to distinguish right from wrong.
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He has trouble telling left from right.
Please clarify the difference between these two concepts.
She can distinguish the scents of different flower species.