Segment Definition & Meaning

segment
noun
  1. one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object; "a section of a fishing rod"; "metal sections were used below ground"; "finished the final segment of the road"
  2. one of the parts into which something naturally divides; "a segment of an orange"
verb
  1. divide into segments; "segment an orange"; "segment a compound word"
  2. divide or split up; "The cells segmented"

"Segment" in song lyrics

See how segment is used in real songs:

  • "So for months it went on, I'm talkin' bout the same segment,"
    Black Menace f/ Insane — Feel What They Feel
  • "Leavin MC's twisted and bended from a touch of that Darkman rap segment"
    Blahzay Blahzay f/ Smoothe, LA, Trigga — Danger Part 2
  • "Once ya pregnant its a different segment"
    BO$$ — Recipe of a Hoe

Usage tips for "segment"

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

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