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divisions

 

[ dɪˈvɪʒənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in organizations

Divisions refer to the different sections or departments within a larger organization, each with its own specific responsibilities and functions. Divisions are typically created to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and focus on particular areas of expertise.

Synonyms

departments, sections, units

Examples of usage

  • The marketing division is responsible for promoting products and services.
  • The finance division handles budgeting and financial planning.
  • The IT division is in charge of maintaining the company's technology infrastructure.
Context #2 | Noun

in mathematics

In mathematics, divisions are the process of splitting a number into equal parts or groups. It involves dividing one number by another to find out how many times the second number is contained within the first.

Synonyms

distribution, partition, separation

Examples of usage

  • She performed long divisions to solve the complex math problem.
  • The division of the total cost among the participants was done fairly.
Context #3 | Noun

in military

In the military context, divisions are large units of soldiers, usually consisting of several brigades. They are organized for combat operations and are led by a division commander.

Synonyms

battalions, brigades, regiments

Examples of usage

  • The 101st Airborne Division is known for its historical achievements in World War II.
  • The armored division was deployed to the front lines.

Translations

Translations of the word "divisions" in other languages:

🇵🇹 divisões

🇮🇳 विभाजन

🇩🇪 Abteilungen

🇮🇩 divisi

🇺🇦 поділи

🇵🇱 działy

🇯🇵 部門 (ぶもん)

🇫🇷 divisions

🇪🇸 divisiones

🇹🇷 bölümler

🇰🇷 부서 (buseo)

🇸🇦 تقسيمات

🇨🇿 divize

🇸🇰 divízie

🇨🇳 分部 (fēnbù)

🇸🇮 divizije

🇮🇸 deildir

🇰🇿 бөлімдер

🇬🇪 განყოფილებები

🇦🇿 bölmələr

🇲🇽 divisiones

Etymology

The word 'divisions' originated from the Latin word 'divisio', which means 'a separating'. It has been used in various contexts over centuries, evolving to represent different concepts such as organizational structures, mathematical operations, and military formations. The term reflects the fundamental human tendency to categorize and compartmentalize, seeking order and efficiency in various domains of life.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,109, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.