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divider Definition

di·vider (də vīd′ər)

noun

a person or thing that divides; specif.,

  1. an instrument for dividing lines, measuring or marking off distances, etc.; compasses
  2. a screen, set of shelves, etc. used to separate a room into distinct areas

divider Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • pad: All the bags have adjustable & removable padded internal dividers.
  • use: The laboratory samples for Level 2 were prepared by dividing a bulk sample using a rotary sample divider.
  • include: The drawers each include three removable dividers, open out both ways and are ideally sized to hold CDs and DVDs.
  • have: Notice how all the tables in here have dividers across them to stop meals from sliding around.
  • make: I cut mine up to make dividers for the book case in my classroom.

Adjective modifier

  • foam-padded: Inside, adjustable, foam-padded dividers provide a custom fit for equipment.
  • adjustable: The adjustable dividers allow the bag to be configured to personal taste or function.
  • removable: In each model the top draw has removable dividers to enhance storage.
  • vertical: Snap-in vertical bin dividers enable you to store supplies at the desired location for easy access.
  • internal: The basement has an internal divider which allows the choice of room size.
  • potential: Each logic line is then connected to the junction of its potential divider.

Modifies a noun

  • circuit: The progression is from simple ideas about complete circuits to the subtleties of potential divider circuits.
  • screen: I'm moving, do you want these room divider screens?
  • system: The cases can also include foam inserts or padded divider systems for protecting against impact, vibration or shock.

Noun used with modifier

  • voltage: During construction of such a voltage divider always ensure all parts have adequate clearances for the voltages being measured.
  • frequency: I found out how to make frequency dividers by taking an organ apart to see how it worked.
  • privacy: You can clearly see the privacy divider rising during this shot.
  • room: I'm moving, do you want these room divider screens?
  • length: Crown alignment aids correct set-up to the ball GOLF BAG 8 inch fur lined graphite friendly top with 6 way full length dividers.
  • flow: In addition to the draining or dumping function, this unit also serves as a flow divider.