Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

septation

noun

/sɛpˈteɪʃən/

Definition

The process or condition of being divided by a septum.

Examples

The septation of the heart can lead to various cardiovascular conditions.
In plant biology, septation can be observed in certain species where the fruit is divided into segments.

Meaning

Septation refers to the formation of septa, which are the partitions or walls that separate different chambers or compartments within an organism or structure.