segment

[seg-muhnt, seg-ment, seg-ment] / ˈsɛg mənt, ˈsɛg mɛnt, sɛgˈmɛnt /

NOUN

part of something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

division piece portion section sector slice

STRONG

articulation bit compartment cut member moiety parcel subdivision wedge

Antonyms

STRONGEST

whole

Example Sentences

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Unlike other DNA assembly techniques that combine fewer but longer fragments, Golden Gate Assembly uses shorter DNA segments.

From Science Daily

Wins in the defense and aerospace segment played a major role, with sales jumping 40.4% from the prior year.

From Barron's

Smithfield said the acquisition would help it to grow its packaged meats business, which is its largest segment.

From The Wall Street Journal

The company’s medical technology segment is also growing.

From Barron's

The chip maker can retake market share this year in both its enterprise and consumer product segments, the firm says.

From Barron's