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segmentation

segmentation

3 6.1
Dividing something into separate parts
  • noun
  • /ˌsɛɡmɛnˈteɪʃən/
translation icon : segmentación
  • CHAID is a forward stepwise approach; thus, segmentation results depend upon the order in which variables enter the model.
  • market segmentation
  • phoneme segmentation
  • word segmentation

When I say plan, organize which cohort, which group, which segmentation you want to reach?

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Examples

  • To a considerable extent, this reflects a segmentation of the housing market, as well as the labor market.

    Academic text (2008)
  • Demographic segmentation can improve marketing strategies by targeting specific age groups.

  • But the the point is that when you do market segmentation, you can get more revenues out of your fare system.

  • When I say plan, organize which cohort, which group, which segmentation you want to reach?

  • The end result is a net segmentation showing each region exhibiting a single clearly defined characteristic flow pattern.

    Academic text (2011)
  • Significant improvements in syllable and phoneme segmentation were found across all groups.

    Academic text (2015)
  • Market segmentation allows companies to tailor their products to different consumer groups.

  • The segmentation of the data into various categories helped the researchers identify patterns.

Synonyms

division
vssegmentation
107 2.9

The process of making something into parts or equal parts in math

refers to dividing into sections rather than an arithmetic process
partition
vssegmentation
20 4.3

Dividing something into separate parts, often with a border

is the general act of dividing without implying physical boundaries
subdivision
vssegmentation
10 3.7

The act of splitting something already split into smaller parts

refers to the initial dividing into sections rather than a further split
separation
vssegmentation
8 3.2

The act of putting things into different groups

applies to creating sections or areas rather than merely sorting items
branching
vssegmentation
8 3.4

The action of one thing dividing into parts that spread out

refers to dividing into sections without implying branch or offshoot form
fragmentation
vssegmentation
5 6.3

Breaking something into small pieces, often by force

is the planned division into sections rather than violent or accidental breakage
cleavage
vssegmentation
4 4.9

A split into parts along natural lines, for example in rocks or cells

is the standard act of making separate sections rather than group splits
partitioning
vssegmentation
3 6.0

Dividing something into parts or groups

focuses on making separate sections rather than naming categories
compartmentalization
vssegmentation
1 8.0

Dividing something into separate parts to keep things organized

is general dividing without implying organization or isolation purpose
disaggregation
vssegmentation
  • Specialized
1 7.9

Breaking a whole into smaller separate parts

is the broader act of dividing into sections rather than detailed breakdown
modularization
vssegmentation
  • Specialized
1 7.0

To divide something into separate parts that work on their own

refers to dividing into parts without implying independent module function
scission
vssegmentation
1 9.8

The cutting or splitting of something into parts

means dividing into sections without necessarily involving cutting or force
splitting
vssegmentation
3.4

The act of dividing something into parts or groups

focuses on dividing into sections rather than forming separate groups
sectionalization
vssegmentation
8.8

A process of dividing something into separate parts to make it easier to manage

is the general process of dividing without stressing boundary creation
multisection
vssegmentation
7.2

To divide something into several parts for study

means dividing into parts without specifically aiming for analysis
anatomization
vssegmentation
9.3

A study that breaks something into parts to show how it works

is neutral division into sections without emphasizing analysis or study
fractionalization
vssegmentation
  • Specialized
9.0

The breaking of a group or society into smaller, competing groups

is neutral dividing into parts without implying group rivalry or conflict
morcellation
vssegmentation
9.9

Cutting food or other things into small pieces for serving

covers dividing into sections without implying cutting into tiny pieces

Antonyms

47 4.0

Putting two or more parts together so they work as one

31 4.3

A process that brings separate people or groups together to form one unit

Compounds

segmentation cavity
  • Specialized
8.4

A space filled with fluid that forms inside an early embryo

How Divided

partitioning
3 6.0
segmentation
3 6.1
division
107 2.9

Surface Forms

segmentation singular
segmentations plural

Morphology

segmentation = segment (transparent) = segment + ation

Formed by the verb 'segment' + the noun-forming suffix '-ation'; the meaning 'the act or process of dividing' is directly derived from the base.

Etymology

Segmentation comes from the Latin word segmentum, from secare 'to cut', and is related to the English word section. Think of slicing a cake or breaking a bar of chocolate: segmentation is the act of dividing something into separate parts.