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subdivide

verb

Simple meaning

Divide into smaller and smaller pieces.

Pronunciation

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suhbduhvyd

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IPA pronunciation (US)

səbdəˈvaɪd

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Definition

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verb

  1. ambitransitive

    Divide into smaller and smaller pieces

    “This apartment cannot be subdivided any further!”

  2. ambitransitive

    To divide into smaller sections.

  3. real estate

    To divide a plot of land into plots for residences; to convert open land into housing.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Rare

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This meaning: Divide into smaller and smaller pieces

Used this way, subdivide is a common word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It stays understated rather than dramatic. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Heard in a sentence
“This apartment cannot be subdivided any further!”
Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Mild
How common
Common
Connotation
No strong connotation
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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More ways to use subdivide

  • “This apartment cannot be subdivided any further!”verb
  • “The cells subdivided.”verb

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further subdividesubdivide land

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