fragmentation

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Definitions

noun

The act of fragmenting or something fragmented; disintegration.
The process by which fragments of an exploding bomb scatter.
The breaking up and dispersal of a file into non-contiguous areas of a disk.
The breaking up of a data packet when larger than the transmission unit of a network.

Related words

Synonyms

fragmentization atomization atomisation fragmentary shattering fragment disintegration fracturing dismemberment splitting shredding rupture scattering dissipation scatter collapse dispersion

Antonyms

defragmentation

Associated

grenade warhead dissociation apoptosis fragmented duchy shrapnel boles silesian predation habitat

Rhymes

trepidation indignation exhilaration veneration elation condemnation gratification inclination aspiration desolation

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