What does PARTS mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

• Noun: A portion or segment of something.
• Verb: Divide into pieces or portions.

Pronunciations

• US: /pɑrts/
• UK: /pɑːts/

Origin and Usage

The word "parts" originated from the Old English word "part" which meant "a portion or division of something". It has been in use for over a thousand years and is commonly used in both spoken and written English.

Synonyms

• Sections
• Pieces
• Divisions
• Segments

Related Words

• Party
• Parks
• Ports
• Pairs
• Pumps

Example Sentences

• She divided the cake into equal parts.
• The car was taken apart and the parts were sold separately.
• The movie was filmed in various parts of the city.
• The engine was missing some parts and needed to be repaired.
• He played the part of the villain in the play.