segmentation

noun

seg·​men·​ta·​tion ˌseg-mən-ˈtā-shən 

-ˌmen-

: 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

Recent Examples on the Web

The zero-touch module is, thus, a cohesive ensemble of autonomous units that handle diverse functions such as segmentation, content creation, price sensitivity management, offer management, experience management and personalization, all working toward common business goals. —Pramod Konandur Prabhakar, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024

Use VLANs, firewalls and design segmentation to create and enforce these divisions. —Craig Davies, Forbes, 18 Sep. 2024

The data source must be well-curated — The segmentation issue explained above highlights the challenge of using unstructured public data, which was where both Rich and I started our experiments. —Jason Andersen, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024

This involves individuals manually sifting through every part of the 3D map to check for segmentation errors. —Isabel Fraser, WIRED, 15 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing segmentation

• segmentation cavity

Kids Definition

segmentation

noun

seg·​men·​ta·​tion ˌseg-mən-ˈtā-shən 

-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 

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