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separates

/ˈsɛpəˌreɪts/ /ˈsɛpəˌɹeɪts/ /sɛpəˌreɪts/ /sɛpəˌɹeɪts/

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noun

(usually in the plural) Anything that is sold by itself, especially an article of clothing.

Examples :

"She likes to buy separates because she can mix and match them to create many different outfits. "

wear style item

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verb

To divide (a thing) into separate parts.

Examples :

"Separate the articles from the headings."

part action thing

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verb

To disunite from a group or mass; to disconnect.

Examples :

"A fence separates my yard from my neighbor's yard. "

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verb

To cause (things or people) to be separate.

Examples :

"If the kids get too noisy, separate them for a few minutes."

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verb

To divide itself into separate pieces or substances.

Examples :

"When you boil milk, the cream separates from the rest of the milk. "

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verb

To set apart; to select from among others, as for a special use or service.

Examples :

"The sorting machine separates the good apples from the rotten ones. "

action service organization