parting
ˈpɑːtɪŋ
parting: line where hair is divided
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Definition of parting - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
hairstyleUKline where hair is dividedUK
  • She brushed her hair, perfecting the parting down the middle..
hairline part
2.
separationUKact of leaving or being separatedUK
  • Their parting was emotional and tearful..
departure farewell goodbye
3.
farewellact of leaving or saying goodbye
  • Their parting was filled with tears and hugs.
farewell goodbye

Adjective

1.
farewellrelated to leaving or saying goodbye
  • Her parting words were filled with emotion.
farewell goodbye valedictory
2.
separationUKcausing or marking a divisionUK
  • The parting line on the map was clear.
dividing separating
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  • parting: line where hair is divided
    line where hair is divided

Expressions with parting

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final remark made before leaving, often meant to insult
He left the meeting with a parting shot at his boss.
point where decision must be made
The company reached a parting of the ways regarding its future direction.
gift given to someone who is leaving
She received a parting gift from her colleagues.
words of advice given at the end
His parting words were to always follow your dreams.
hairstyle where hair is divided evenly down the middle
She styled her hair in a centre parting for the event..
expression used at the end of a conversation
His parting phrase was always 'Take care'.

Origin of parting

English, part (divide) + -ing (action)

Terms with parting included in their meaning

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byeintj.
farewell
used to express farewell or parting
goodbyeintj.
farewell
used to express good wishes when parting
farewell
expression used when parting from someone
leave-taking
the act of leaving or parting
farewell
kiss given when parting
parting wish
wish for happiness when someone leaves
farewell
used as a casual farewell when parting
parting phrase
funny, relaxed way to say goodbye

Examples of parting in a sentence

  • The stylist suggested a side parting for a fresh change.
  • The parting of friends is always hard.
  • Their parting at the airport was brief.
  • The parting at the airport was emotional.
  • Their parting marked the end of an era.
  • Parting is crucial in refining precious metals.

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  1. French:raie, d'adieu, ...
  2. German:Scheitel, abschieds-, ...
  3. Italian:riga, d'addio, ...
  4. Spanish:partidura, de despedida, ...
  5. Portuguese:risca, de adeus, ...
  6. Chinese:发缝, 告别的, ...
  7. Japanese:分け目, 別れの, ...
  8. Arabic:مَفْرِق الشَّعْر, وَدَاعِي, ...
  9. Hebrew:שְׁבִיל, שֶׁקָּשׁוּר לִפְרֵידָה, ...
  10. Russian:пробор, прощальный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:проділ, прощальний, ...
  12. Hindi:माँग, रुखसती, ...
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Definition of part - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
objectspiece or segment of something
  • He took the largest part of the cake..
piece portion segment
2.
mechanicalcomponent of a machine
  • The engine part needs to be replaced..
piece section
3.
participationinvolvement or role in an activity
  • She took part in the decision-making process..
involvement role

Verb

1.
separationintr.move away from each otherintr.
  • The friends had to part at the station.
divide separate
2.
divisiontr.divide something into two partstr.
  • She parted her hair in the middle.
divide partition separate

Adverb

not completelyonly partly or to some extent
  • The plan worked part as expected.
partially somewhat
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Images of part

  • part: the line of scalp showing when hair is combed
    the line of scalp showing when hair is combed

Expressions with part

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go in different directions
At the crossroad, the group parted ways, each choosing a different route.
to some degree but not entirely
Her decision was in part influenced by her friends.
separate from someone or something
She had to part with her friends at the airport..
minor acting role with few lines
She played a bit part in the movie.
fulfill one's duty in a group effort
Everyone must do their part to succeed.
to act in a theatrical performance
She played a part in the school's drama production..

Origin of part

Latin, pars (part) + -t (suffix)

Examples of part in a sentence

  • The machine's broken part was replaced.
  • The broken part caused the machine to malfunction.
  • He ordered a replacement part for the old tractor.
  • He played a crucial part in the project.
  • Their part in the event was significant.
  • The first part of the contract is crucial.

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  1. French:partie, se séparer, ...
  2. German:Stück, sich trennen, ...
  3. Italian:parte, separarsi, ...
  4. Spanish:parte, separarse, ...
  5. Portuguese:pedaço, separar-se, ...
  6. Chinese:片段, 分别, ...
  7. Japanese:部分, 別れる, ...
  8. Arabic:جُزء, افْتَرَقَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:חֵלֶק, לְהִיפָּרֵד, ...
  10. Russian:часть, расставаться, ...
  11. Ukrainian:частина, розлучатися, ...
  12. Hindi:हिस्सा, अलग होना, ...

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