adjective
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botany divided almost to the base
parted leaves
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heraldry showing two coats of arms divided by a vertical central line
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of parted
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at part, -ed 2
Example Sentences
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Woodson was probably more insulted by being called an intellectual, but the episode speaks volumes about why he parted ways with traditional civil-rights leaders in the 1970s.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
She parted some creosote branches to reveal a shriveled shrub, just ankle-high.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
There is a faint blush on the saint’s cheeks, and his mouth is parted ever so slightly, as if Francis is letting out a gasp of awe.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
This means our species parted ways with the other great apes, and evolved for kids to be raised not by one or even two parents, but by parents plus helpers.
From Slate • May 10, 2026
I parted the flaps at the rear of the tent.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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