segmentation

noun

seg·​men·​ta·​tion ˌseg-mən-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce segmentation (audio)
-ˌmen-
Synonyms of segmentationnext
: the process of dividing into segments
especially : the formation of many cells from a single cell (as in a developing egg)

Examples of segmentation in a Sentence

the segmentation of the population
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Relying on hyper-segmentation is at the core of Ground Up’s growth strategy. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026 Phoneme segmentation means breaking down the individual sounds within words kids hear. — Theo Peck-Suzuki, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2026 Given increasing market segmentation, companies may decide to focus on only one or more segments. — Ezgi Eyüboğlu, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 May 2026 As the evolution of stadium concessions has grown, driven by increasing scale, fan segmentation across ticketing types and a heightened expectation of food quality and variety, stadium design allowed for the changes. — Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for segmentation

Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of segmentation was in 1851

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“Segmentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/segmentation. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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segmentation

noun
seg·​men·​ta·​tion ˌseg-mən-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce segmentation (audio)
-ˌmen-
: the process of dividing into segments
especially : the formation of many cells from a single cell (as in a developing egg)

Medical Definition

segmentation

noun
seg·​men·​ta·​tion ˌseg-(ˌ)men-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce segmentation (audio)
1
: the act or process of dividing into segments
especially : the formation of many cells from a single cell (as in a developing egg)
2
: annular contraction of smooth muscle (as of the intestine) that seems to cut the part affected into segments compare peristalsis

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