Meaning & Definition of word "Part"

Part

/pɑːrt/

1. A piece or segment of something that, when combined with other pieces, forms a whole.
- Example: He wants to play a part in the community project.
2. A role or character played by an actor.
- Example: She was cast in the part of Juliet in the school play.
3. A division of a whole; a fraction.
- Example: A large part of the book is devoted to environmental issues.
4. A component of a machine or vehicle.
- Example: The mechanic ordered a replacement part for the car.
5. A region or section of a larger area.
- Example: That part of the city is known for its nightlife.

1. To divide or separate into parts.
- Example: We need to part the curtains to let in more light.
2. To take or leave a person or place; to separate.
- Example: They had to part ways after the summer ended.

From Old French 'parte', from Latin 'pars', meaning 'a piece or portion'.

part and parcel:

An essential or integral component.

part ways:

To separate or go in different directions.

take part:

To participate in something.

part of speech:

A category of words with similar grammatical properties.

participant:

A person who takes part in something.

partition:

A division or separation into parts.

partial:

Existing only in part; incomplete.

Meaning: To leave or exit.

Example Sentence: I'm going to part with my friends after the concert.

Meaning: A part as in a role or character, especially in a show.

Example Sentence: She nailed the part in the audition.