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compartmentalization
[ kuhm-pahrt-men-tl-ahy-zey-shuhn, kom-pahrt- ]
noun
- the act or process of dividing something into separate and isolated categories, sections, areas, or compartments: compartment:
The camera bag is made from high-quality, strong material, and includes dividers for compartmentalization.
- Psychology. the process of mentally separating or setting aside one’s incompatible or negative emotions, beliefs, or behaviors:
Coping with trauma entails psychological defenses—such as denial or emotional compartmentalization—that are inherently isolating.
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Other Words From
- de·com·part·men·tal·i·za·tion noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of compartmentalization1
First recorded in 1920–25; compartmentaliz(e) ( def ) + -ation ( def )
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