section
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• noun
A distinct part, division, or subdivision of something larger, such as an object, a physical space, a community, or an organization.
"The library has an extensive reference section located on the second floor."
A distinct subdivision of a written work, legal statute, contract, or newspaper, often marked by a heading or number.
"Please read the third section of the chapter before tomorrow's seminar."
A specific group of musical instruments of the same family playing together within an orchestra or band.
"The brass section delivered a powerful fanfare at the opening of the symphony."
The representation of the internal structure of a solid object as it would appear if cut straight through by an intersecting plane, or a very thin slice of tissue prepared for microscopic examination.
"The architectural drawings included a detailed vertical section of the cathedral dome."
The surgical act or process of cutting or dividing biological tissue, especially the surgical delivery of an infant through an incision in the abdominal and uterine walls.
"The obstetrician recommended an elective section due to the baby's breech position."
• verb
To divide, cut, or arrange something into separate parts, subdivisions, or slices.
"The stylist sectioned her hair with clips before beginning to trim the layers."
British To commit or detain a patient compulsorily in a psychiatric hospital under a provision of mental health legislation.
"Under the terms of the Mental Health Act, the patient was sectioned for psychiatric assessment."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French section or directly from Latin sectio ('a cutting, cutting off, division'), a noun of action from secare ('to cut').