Divide Definition & Meaning
divide
- noun
- a serious disagreement between two groups of people (typically producing tension or hostility)
- a ridge of land that separates two adjacent river systems
- verb
- separate into parts or portions; "divide the cake into three equal parts"; "The British carved up the Ottoman Empire after World War I"
- perform a division; "Can you divide 49 by seven?"
- act as a barrier between; stand between; "The mountain range divides the two countries"
- come apart; "The two pieces that we had glued separated"
- make a division or separation
- force, take, or pull apart; "He separated the fighting children"; "Moses parted the Red Sea"
"Divide" in song lyrics
See how divide is used in real songs:
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"Others hunt to kill a tribe, and divide"
Aceyalone — The Hunt -
"Separatin families, destroyin unity, conquer through divide"
Akir f/ Immortal Technique, Mojo, Poison Pen — The Louisiana Purchase * -
"You can never breach the cultural divide"
Annakin Slayd — Last One
Words that rhyme with divide
Usage tips for "divide"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "divide" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for divide to find words that pair well.