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Segmentation

The act or process of dividing into segments; specifically (Biol.), a self-division into segments as a result of growth; cell cleavage; cell multiplication; endogenous cell formation.

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Separation 76% connected

The act of separating, or the state of being separated, or separate.

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Subdivision 76% connected

The act of subdividing, or separating a part into smaller parts.

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Sectionalize 74% connected

To divide according to gepgraphical sections or local interests.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Sectionalize 74% connected

To divide according to gepgraphical sections or local interests.

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Containing whole 3

Gestation 70% connected

The act of wearing (clothes or ornaments).

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Maternity 70% connected

The state of being a mother; the character or relation of a mother.

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Pregnancy 70% connected

The condition of being pregnant; the state of being with young.

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Cleavage 92% connected

The act of cleaving or splitting.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Division 92% connected

The act or process of diving anything into parts, or the state of being so divided; separation.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Partition 92% connected

The act of parting or dividing; the state of being parted; separation; division; distribution; as, the partition of a kingdom.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Partitioning 92% connected

of Partition

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