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sections

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈsɛkʃənz// UK //sˈɛkʃənz// sec·tions

n. the separate parts or pieces that make up a whole thing. You can find these in a book, a document, or even a large building.

n. distinct parts or subdivisions of a larger whole, such as a document, organization, or physical object. Often used to denote specific areas within a structured system.


SIMPLE

The book is divided into five main sections.

CONTEXTUAL

The local library has separate sections for children's fiction, non-fiction, and academic journals.

COMPLEX

The legal team meticulously reviewed the final sections of the contract to ensure that the liability clauses were consistent with the previously negotiated terms.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used with the preposition 'of' to indicate the larger entity being divided.

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