n.
Pronunciation: ˌ se-p ə - ' r ā -sh ə n
Function: noun
Date: 14th century
1 : the act or process of separating : the state of being separated
2 a : a point, line, or means of division b : an intervening space : GAP <the separation between wheel spokes>
3 a : cessation of cohabitation between a married couple by mutual agreement or judicial decree b : termination of a contractual relationship (as employment or military service)