The prize money was divided equally among the winners.
The prize money was divided equally among the winners.
English
divide
dɪˈvaɪd
Meaning: to separate into parts, share, or calculate mathematical division
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | divide |
| 3rd person singular present | divides |
| Present participle | dividing |
| Past | divided |
| Will future | will divide |
| Going-to future | going to divide |
| Imperative negative | don't divide / do not divide |
Example sentences
The teacher asked the students to divide into four small groups.
The teacher asked the students to divide into four small groups.
The heart is divided into four separate chambers.
The heart is divided into four separate chambers.
The data is divided into several discrete categories.
The data is divided into several discrete categories.
He died intestate, so his property was divided according to state law.
He died intestate, so his property was divided according to state law.
Usage Notes
Often followed by 'into' for parts or 'by' for math.
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