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Separation
01
the state in which a couple decide to live apart while they are still legally married
Examples
After years of marital discord, they decided to pursue a legal separation rather than immediately filing for divorce.
The couple 's separation agreement outlined the terms for child custody and financial support during their time apart.
02
coming apart
Examples
The rope snapped, causing the separation of the boat from the dock.
Separation of the two magnets occurred suddenly.
03
the state of lacking unity
Examples
Political factions exist in a state of separation.
The project suffered due to separation among team members.
04
the social act of separating or parting company
Examples
Their separation at the train station was emotional.
Separation at the border checkpoint was brief but tense.
05
sorting one thing from others
Examples
Separation of recyclable materials is mandatory.
Separation of colors is required in printing.
06
the distance between things
Examples
The separation between the buildings is ten meters.
The river created a natural separation between towns.
07
the act of dividing or disconnecting
08
the termination of employment (by resignation or dismissal)
Examples
His separation from the company was amicable.
The employee received benefits upon separation.
09
the space where a division or parting occurs
Lexical Tree
separationism
separationist
separation
separate
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