Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
moiety
noun
/ˈmɔɪ.ɪ.ti/
Definition
a portion or part of something; a half or an indefinite portion.
Examples
- The study of chemistry often involves examining the moieties of complex molecules.
- In the context of anthropology, a society may be divided into two moieties, each with specific roles and characteristics.
- During the legal proceedings, the estate was split into two moieties between the heirs.
Meaning
In a broader sense, a moiety refers to a division or a part of something that is often viewed in terms of its contribution to a whole.
Synonyms
- part
- portion
- half
- segment
- division
