as in chamber
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided
a backpack with many handy compartments for storing your camping gear
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to arrange or assign according to type
compartment the responses according to country of origin
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Recent Examples of compartment
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
The eMTB hardware is blacked out, accented by a bold white Monday Motorbikes logo on the integrated battery compartment, creating a minimalist yet striking look.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
Glenn Graham, baltimoresun.com, 27 Oct. 2020
Kushner has not yet been approved to review ‘‘sensitive compartmented information,’’ better known as SCI.
—BostonGlobe.com, 13 July 2018
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Noun
This hanging toiletry bag has four zippered compartments and a back open pocket, which makes organizing your makeup and toiletries for travel a breeze.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
The eMTB hardware is blacked out, accented by a bold white Monday Motorbikes logo on the integrated battery compartment, creating a minimalist yet striking look.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
First came the bone spurs in his ankle and then compartment syndrome (painful pressure buildup from internal bleeding or swelling of tissues) in his calves, both requiring surgery.
—Glenn Graham, baltimoresun.com, 27 Oct. 2020
Kushner has not yet been approved to review ‘‘sensitive compartmented information,’’ better known as SCI.
—BostonGlobe.com, 13 July 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compartment
Noun
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The disagreement was over tactics, not policy, but the debate eroded trust between the chambers; undermined the Democrats’ claims of unity in the face of Trump; and infuriated liberals, some of whom called for Schumer to give up his leadership post.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
3 Apr. 2025
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But the House and Senate remain divided over how much to cut spending, setting up a likely fight between the two chambers.—
Riley Beggin,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Part of that is the spotlight placed on Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, the only two players ahead of him in the world ranking.—
Bob Spear,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
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UConn finished ranked below Louisville (21), Clemson (22) and Memphis (25), all of whom lost in the tournament’s first round.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
8 Apr. 2025
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Noem posed in front of one of those cells for her video, with men crowded on open bunks stacked three high.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
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Standing in front of a cell packed with inmates, Noem issued a stern warning to undocumented immigrants and urged them against entering the United States.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The county classified fewer than 25,000 homes as attainable in 2024 — compared to nearly 100,000 in 2018.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2025
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If the rating agencies and regulators classify Bit Bonds as risk-free or near risk-free because the principal is sovereign-backed, these institutions might be able to deploy significant capital into them.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Infuriated by what’s been related to him, back in their cabin, Wihan threatens Harry.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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Zoe marries and becomes a mother in suburban New Jersey, while Cassie retreats to an off-the-grid cabin in Alaska.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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When dogs attend the Red Rover doggy daycare in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, they aren't grouped by their breed or age, but rather, their energy levels.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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The plan is to group the off-season discount businesses together and to operate Net-a-porter and Mr Porter as separate, full-price shops alongside Mytheresa.com.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The sleeping space is separated from the living room and kitchen by an arched wall, making this a good option for couples who don’t fear an open plan.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
5 Apr. 2025
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That said, a couple key differences in the eras: Goalies' gear covers more of the goal today Only a few years separate Ovechkin and Gretzky, but like any other sport, hockey equipment evolved during these four-plus decades.—
Jim Sergent,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Fingerprints from Hurd's vehicle were collected and processed, placing Braxton inside her vehicle and residence.—
Audrey Conklin,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Gifts placed in you cannot and will never be duplicated.—
Ken Polk,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Compartment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compartment. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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