subdivision

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(sub′di viz̸h′ən; also, and for 3 always, sub′di viz̸h′ən)

noun

  1. a subdividing or being subdivided
  2. one of the parts resulting from subdividing
  3. a piece of land resulting from this; esp., a large tract subdivided into small parcels for sale

Origin: LL(Ec) subdivisio

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noun
  1. a. The act or process of subdividing.
    b. A subdivided part.
  2. An area of real estate composed of subdivided lots.

Related Forms:

  • subˌdi·viˈsion·al adjective

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