sec
tion
Plural
sections
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each of the parts into which a place or object is divided
- The library is organized into several sections, including fiction, non-fiction, and reference materials.
- Please turn to the sports section of the newspaper to check the latest scores and updates.
- The car's manual includes a troubleshooting section for common issues that owners may encounter.
- The museum's art gallery is divided into sections dedicated to different art movements and periods.
- In the grocery store, you can find fresh produce in the produce section near the entrance.
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a self-contained part of a larger work, such as a written, spoken, or artistic composition
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a thin slice of tissue, mineral, or other substance for microscopic examination
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a distinct region or subdivision of a territory, community, or group
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a small group of cops forming part of a larger platoon
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the surgical cutting of tissues or organs
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a naturally divided portion of a citrus fruit
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a small military unit, often with a specific role
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a group of similar instruments in an orchestra
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a specialized division within a large organization
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a distinct part or subdivision of a larger group of learners
A section is a smaller, distinct group within a larger group of students, typically divided for practical reasons like class size, specific subjects, or schedules. Each section may follow the same general curriculum but operates separately, often with its own teacher or classroom. Sections allow schools to manage large groups of learners more effectively, ensuring that each student receives attention in a more organized setting. This division helps accommodate varying teaching methods or specialized lessons tailored to different groups within the same grade or subject.
- In our school, each grade is divided into several sections, with about twenty students in each.
- The teacher organized the students into sections based on their proficiency levels in French.
- Students from different sections often collaborate on projects and assignments together.
- The school administration assigns classrooms based on the availability of sections and teachers.
- The competition was fierce among the sections to achieve the highest scores in the science fair.
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(in geometry) the area produced when a plane cuts through a solid
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a land area measuring one square mile or approximately 2.59 square kilometers
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a portion of a composition distinguished by its own melody, rhythm, or harmony
A section is a specific part of a musical composition or a larger work. It is a distinct segment that can have its own melody, rhythm, and structure, contributing to the overall organization of the piece. Sections help to break down the music into manageable parts and provide structure, allowing for variation and development throughout the work.
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a group of folded pages sewn or glued together to form part of a book
A section refers to a group of pages that are folded together from a single sheet of paper. These sections are used to assemble the book's content. Each section typically contains multiple pages, and several sections are stitched or bound together to create the complete book. This method helps organize the pages and ensures they are aligned correctly when the book is bound. Sections are an essential part of the book's structure, contributing to its overall design and functionality.