separation
/sɛpəˈɹeɪʃən/ · sep·a·ra·tion
noun
- The act of disuniting two or more things, or the condition of being separated. The separation of the two metal plates prevented a short circuit.
- The act or condition of two or more people being separated from one another. After the storm, the separation of the hikers caused great concern among rescuers.
- The act or condition of a married couple living in separate homes while remaining legally married. They announced their separation after ten years of marriage, choosing to keep their legal bond intact.
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Did you know? The phrase 'separation of powers' was popularized by Montesquieu in the 18th century and became a cornerstone of modern democratic constitutions.