Sector Definition & Meaning

sector
noun
  1. a plane figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle
  2. a social group that forms part of the society or the economy; "the public sector"
  3. a particular aspect of life or activity; "he was helpless in an important sector of his life"
  4. the minimum track length that can be assigned to store information; unless otherwise specified a sector of data consists of 512 bytes
  5. a portion of a military position
  6. measuring instrument consisting of two graduated arms hinged at one end

"Sector" in song lyrics

See how sector is used in real songs:

  • "I'm ready to wreck ya, sever ya sector"
    7L & Esoteric — Call Me E.S.
  • "Planted like a model of civility and honor for the sector"
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P — Gun For the Whole Family
  • "Except to connect and lift to the next sector"
    Arsonists — Whatever, Whenever

Usage tips for "sector"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sector" 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 sector to find words that pair well.

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