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to divide
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to divide
  2. 2. to cut
  3. 3. to break
This verb means "to divide" in a mathematical sense, or to split or break something into pieces. It is used when talking about dividing numbers, splitting objects, or breaking something apart, such as cracking a walnut or dividing a bill.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He laughed and said, "If you break the work into small pieces, it's a lot easier."

Sentence 2

Hmm, let me split today's studying into 30-minute chunks.

Sentence 3

He said, "When you break a problem into smaller parts, you can start to see hope."

Sentence 4

She regretted that she had divided too much of her time for others.

Sentence 5

"Divide this number by two and you'll get the answer," the teacher said.