scission

Definitions of scission
  1. noun
    the act or process of dividing
    synonyms: division, séparation
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    division, partage en deux
    dividing into two equal parts
    rupture, schisme
    division of a group into opposing factions
    partage
    the act of cutting something into parts
    bifurcation, ramification
    the act of branching out or dividing into branches
    coupe
    the division of a deck of cards before dealing
    bifurcation, ramification
    the act of splitting into two branches
    type of:
    séparation
    the act of dividing or disconnecting
  2. noun
    division of a group into opposing factions
    synonyms: rupture, schisme
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    type of:
    division, séparation
    the act or process of dividing
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