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Meaning of subdivision
A subdivision refers to a section or part of a larger area or entity.
Etymology of subdivision
The word "subdivision" originated in the 15th century from the Latin words "sub" meaning "under" and "divisio" meaning "division".
Historically, the term was used in various contexts, including mathematics, biology, and geography, to describe the process of dividing something into smaller parts or sections.
Synonyms
subdivision
section
district
zone
area
sector
parcel
plot
block
tract
allotment
allocation
apportionment
partition
separation
division
branch
affiliate
subsidiary
satellite
precinct
locality
neighborhood
community
estate
development
complex
enclave
settlement
village
town
city
municipality
township
borough
county
province
region
territory
state
nation
compartment
compartmentalization
Definitions
- The act or process of dividing something into smaller parts or sections.
- * A section or part of a larger area or entity, such as a residential subdivision or a subdivision of a company.
- * A separate or distinct part of a larger whole, such as a subdivision of a species or a subdivision of a mathematical concept.
Usage Examples
- The city was divided into several subdivisions, each with its own unique character and charm.
- * The company underwent a major subdivision, resulting in the creation of several smaller subsidiaries.
- * The biologist studied the subdivision of cells, which is a critical process in the development of living organisms.
Antonyms
unification
integration
amalgamation
consolidation
merger
combination
union
fusion
blending
merging
coalition
alliance
association
aggregation
coalescence
centralization
concentration
reunification
recombination
reunification