Segment
volume
British pronunciation/sˈɛɡmənt/
American pronunciation/ˈsɛɡmənt/, /ˌsɛɡˈmɛnt/

Definition & Meaning of "segment"

Segment
01

any of the inner parts of a fruit such as an orange, lemon, etc. that can be easily separated

segment definition and meaning

What is a "segment"?

A segment refers to one of the distinct sections that make up the internal structure of certain fruits, particularly citrus fruits like oranges and lemons. These fruits are composed of multiple segments, each containing juicy flesh with seeds or pulp. Segments are separated from each other by thin membranes and are easily separated when the fruit is peeled or cut open. They vary in size, shape, and arrangement depending on the fruit variety.

02

any of the separate parts into which a whole may be divided

03

(geometry) a part of a circle that is separated from the rest by a line

Wiki
04

one of the parts that make up the insects' body and are repeated, like the head, thorax, and abdomen, and each one usually has a pair of legs and other structures

05

one of the parts into which something naturally divides

to segment
01

to separate something into distinct sections

Transitive: to segment sth
to segment definition and meaning
02

to divide or separate into sections

Intransitive

segment

n

segmental

adj

segmental

adj
example
Example
The news show always features segments on the most topical subjects of the day.
The TV station ran a segment about the upcoming election.
The reporter provided a précis of the politician’s speech during the news segment.
The doctor examined the proximal segment of the artery for signs of blockage.
He added diced tangerine segments to his salad for a burst of citrusy flavor.
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