The Open Dictionary

part

noun

UK/pɑːt/
US/pɑːrt/

Definitions of part noun

portion

  1. A2Uncountable

    A portion of something that is not the whole.

    • A part of this apartment needs repainting.

    • Part of this project is not yet finished.

    • I think part of his problem stems from a lack of confidence.

component

  1. A1Countable

    An individual piece that combines with others to form a complete item or system.

    • Every part of this bicycle must be carefully inspected.

    • Each part of the engine is crucial.

    • Communication is a vital part of any relationship.

  2. B2Countable

    An individual component of a machine or piece of equipment.

    • This factory manufactures car parts.

segment

  1. Countable

    A single episode of a TV or radio series, or a section of a story.

    • I’m really looking forward to the next part of this mini-series.

    • The novel will be published in three parts.

measure

  1. Countable

    A measure that is equal to or nearly equal to another measure.

    • In the recipe, mix one part sugar with two parts flour.

role

  1. B1Countable

    A character in a play, film, or other performance; also the lines, actions, or movements of that character.

    • She plays a significant part in the play.

    • He has a unique interpretation of his part.

music

  1. Countable

    The specific music that a musician performs in a group.

responsibility

  1. Uncountable

    Responsibility or involvement in an activity or action.

    • She admitted her part in the decision-making process.

    • I want no part in this risky venture.

hair

  1. Countable

    A line that divides the hair on someone's head, created by combing it in different directions.

    • She wears her hair with a center part.

Phrases of part noun

  • for the most part

    Generally or usually; in most instances.

    • The employees of this company, for the most part, are quite dedicated.

  • in part

    To a certain extent; partially.

    • The application deadline has been extended, in part due to the postal system strike.

  • these parts

    Referring to a specific area or region within a country.

    • In these parts, you can find many old churches and historical sites.

  • take part

    To be involved in an activity or event with other people; to join a group in an undertaking.

    • Many students actively took part in the school's annual talent show.

  • in (a) large part

    To a significant extent or degree; mainly.

    • How quickly we can finish this project depends in large part on when the payments are processed.

verb

UK/pɑːt/
US/pɑːrt/

Definitions of part verb

  1. C2TransitiveIntransitive

    To cause something or someone to become separated or divided.

    • The crowd parted to let the ambulance pass.

    • The two roads part at the foot of the mountain.

  2. Transitive

    To arrange hair so that it falls on either side of the head by creating a line.

  3. C2Intransitiveformal

    To separate from another person, often at the end of a relationship.

    • After many years of marriage, they decided to part ways.

adverb

UK/pɑːt/
US/pɑːrt/

Definitions of part adverb

  1. To some degree; not completely.

    • The work is part done and requires more time.

    • The problem is part technical and part political.

Idioms

  • part company

    To end a relationship or association with someone.

    • After many years of collaboration, they parted company after a disagreement.

  • part of the furniture

    Refers to someone or something that has become so familiar that it is no longer noticed.

    • He comes here every day; he’s become part of the furniture.

  • dress/look/act the part

    To present oneself in a manner that is appropriate for a particular role or situation.

    • As a professional lawyer, she always dresses the part and acts accordingly.

  • the best/better part of

    the majority or largest portion of something

    • I spent the best part of the weekend organizing my garage.

  • be part and parcel of something

    To be an essential or unavoidable element of something; to be an integral component.

    • In large projects, occasional delays are part and parcel of the process.

  • on the part of someone/on someone's part

    Indicates that something is done, experienced, or is the responsibility of a particular person.

    • This careless mistake was entirely on her part.

  • take someone's part

    To support or side with someone in a dispute or argument.

    • During meetings, she always takes her team member's part.

Phrasal Verbs of part

  • part with something

    to relinquish something to another person, particularly when it is done reluctantly.

    • He was very reluctant to part with his old watch.