definition of
separation

[1] #1 separation n. the state of lacking unity. wn

[2] #2 separation n. [breakup, detachment] coming apart. wn

[3] #3 separation n. [interval] the distance between things; "fragile items require separation and cushioning". wn

[4] #4 separation n. sorting one thing from others; "the separation of wheat from chaff"; "the separation of mail by postal zones". wn

[5] #5 separation n. the social act of separating or parting company; "the separation of church and state". wn