segment
SEHG-muhnt
Segment (noun) means one of the parts something is divided into. Example: “Each segment of the tour lasted about an hour.”
noun
1
One of the parts something is divided into.
"Each segment of the tour lasted about an hour."
"The orange split easily into segments."
"The company's sales are broken down by market segment."
2
A straight portion of a line between two fixed points.
"The segment between the two marked points is exactly five centimetres long."
"Measure the segment with a ruler and write its length beside it."
"Draw a segment connecting points A and B."
3
A distinct part of a broadcast or program devoted to one topic.
"The radio programme has a funny segment where listeners phone in with stories."
"She appeared in a cooking segment on the morning show."
"The news show ended with a five-minute segment on the weather."
verb
1
To divide something into separate parts.
"The teacher segmented the long text into short sections for the younger pupils."
"Scientists segment the data into groups before they start their analysis."
"The app segments customers by spending habits."
How to use segment
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA piece or section that something has been cut or divided into.
Common pairings
market segment
a line segment
segment the audience
a news segment
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Word forms
- Plural
- segments
- Third person singular
- segments
- Past tense
- segmented
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Etymology
From Latin segmentum, "a piece cut off," from secare, "to cut."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “segment” mean?
The word “segment” means one of the parts something is divided into. In plain terms, a piece or section that something has been cut or divided into.
How do you pronounce “segment”?
“Segment” is pronounced SEHG-muhnt (/ˈsɛɡ.mənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “segment” in a sentence?
Here is “segment” used in a sentence: “The orange split easily into segments.”
What part of speech is “segment”?
Depending on how it is used, “segment” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “segment” come from?
The word “segment” comes from Latin. From Latin segmentum, "a piece cut off," from secare, "to cut.".
Is “segment” a common word?
“Segment” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “segment” have?
“Segment” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: one of the parts something is divided into.
What is the difference between "segment" and "section"?
Both are parts of a whole, but a "segment" is usually one of several similar parts made by dividing something along natural or regular divisions, like a segment of an orange, while a "section" is a more general term for any distinct part. Segments often imply an equal or repeating division.
What is the difference between a "segment" and a "line" in geometry?
In geometry, a line "segment" is a straight portion of a line bounded by two fixed endpoints, whereas a "line" extends infinitely in both directions. A segment has a measurable length, while a full line does not.
What are common phrases using "segment"?
Frequent collocations include "market segment," "customer segment," "orange segment," and "line segment." The word applies to business divisions, food, and mathematics alike, always meaning one distinct part.
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