divider > define

noun

• A taxonomist who classifies organisms into many groups on the basis of relatively minor characteristics.
  • synonyms: splitter
• A person who separates something into parts or groups.
• A vertical structure that divides or separates (as a wall divides one room from another.
  • synonyms: partition
• A drafting instrument resembling a compass that is used for dividing lines into equal segments or for transferring measurements. .

• (n.) An instrument for dividing lines, describing circles, etc., compasses. See Compasses.
• (n.) One who or that which, divides; that which separates anything into parts.
• (n.) One who deals out to each his share.
• (n.) One who or that which, causes division.