Meaning

A part of a larger whole, usually in such a form that it is able to be separated from other parts..

Definitions by Sense

1. A part of a larger whole, usually in such a form that it is able to be separated from other parts.
2. A single item belonging to a class of similar items.
3. (chess) One of the figures used in playing chess, specifically a higher-value figure as distinguished from a pawn; (by extension) those with which draughts, backgammon, and other similar board games are played.
4. A coin, especially one valued at less than the principal unit of currency.
5. An artistic creation, such as a painting, sculpture, musical composition, literary work, etc.
6. An article published in the press.
7. (military) An artillery gun.
8. (US, colloquial) A gun.

Example Sentences

Near-synonyms: aspect, portion

I’d like another piece of pie.

I've lost a piece of this jigsaw puzzle.

No man is an Iland, intire of it ſelfe; euery man is a peece of the Continent, a part of the maine; […]

a piece of machinery

a piece of software

a useful piece of advice

"Squalled at me that she owned the business and that she wouldn't take any back talk from me and that the piece wasn't for sale. What could I do?"

Word Forms

• pieces
• peece
• piecing
• pieced

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When Should You Use Piece?

Use piece when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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