Separator

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛpəˌreɪtər/

Separator (noun)

  1. A thing placed between areas to separate them, such as a screen or panel in a room.
  2. A character or symbol used in text or files to show where one part ends and the next begins.
  3. A machine or part that separates substances in a mixture, often by size, weight, or density.

Examples

  • The separator divides the room into two quiet areas.
  • A separator can separate the dining space from the living space.