Definitions
There are 15 meanings of the word
Sections.
How to pronounce sections:
US
Sections - as a noun
A self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)
Example: "He always turns first to the business section"
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A very thin slice (of tissue or mineral or other substance) for examination under a microscope
Example: "Sections from the left ventricle showed diseased tissue"
A distinct region or subdivision of a territorial or political area or community or group of people
Example: "No section of the nation is more ardent than the south"
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One of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object
Example: "A section of a fishing rod"
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A small team of policemen working as part of a police platoon
One of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole
Example: "The written part of the exam"
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A land unit equal to 1 square mile
(geometry) the area created by a plane cutting through a solid
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A small class of students who are part of a larger course but are taught separately
Example: "A graduate student taught sections for the professor's lecture course"
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A division of an orchestra containing all instruments of the same class
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A small army unit usually having a special function
A specialized division of a large organization
Example: "You'll find it in the hardware department"
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A segment of a citrus fruit
Example: "He ate a section of the orange"
The cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation)
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Sections - as a verb
Divide into segments
Example: "Segment an orange"
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Example Sentences
"The bookstore is divided into several sections, including fiction, non-fiction, and self-help."
"The exam consists of multiple sections, each testing different areas of knowledge."
"The newspaper has separate sections for news, sports, and entertainment."
"The cake recipe is divided into three sections: batter, filling, and frosting."
"The train has designated quiet sections for passengers who prefer a peaceful journey."
Word Game Points
Is SECTIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sections is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SECTIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is SECTIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sections is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSECTIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is SECTIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sections is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSECTIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
