a vertical structure like a thin wall that separates one part of a room or building from another

The partitions between the toilets were very thin. 厕所间的隔板很薄。

the dividing of a country into separate countries or areas of government

The partition of India occurred in 1947. 印度在1947年发生分裂。

to divide one part of a room from another with a thin wall

Why don't you partition that large room into a lounge and a dining-room? 你为什么不把那个大房间隔成客厅和饭厅呢？

to divide a country into separate areas of government

Ireland was partitioned in 1921. 爱尔兰在1921年出现分裂。