1. distinct parts or divisions of something larger
2. separate areas or departments within an organization
3. portions of a written work, such as chapters or paragraphs

1. divides something into separate parts

Examples

• The book is divided into three main sections.
• Please read sections 4 through 6 for homework.
• The orchestra sections include strings, brass, and woodwinds.
• The store has separate sections for clothing and electronics.
• She sections the orange into equal pieces.
• The teacher sections the class into small groups.
• Different sections of the city have varying crime rates.