Sector — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈsek-tər/ sec·tor

Meaning & Definition of Sector

Sector (noun)

  1. a geometric figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle
  2. a subdivision of a defensive military position
  3. a portion of a military front or area of operation

Sector (verb)

  1. to divide into or furnish with sectors

Sector (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a specific area or part of an area

    "They worked in the industrial sector of the city."

    similar: precinct, region, section, district, quarter, belt, zone, ward, emplacement, locale, locality, location, locus, place, point, position, site, spot, venue, where, scene, here, there

  2. a part of a sphere of activity

    "The outlook for jobs in the health-care sector of the economy is excellent."

    similar: branch, division, section, segment, subdivision, fragment, particle, partition, piece, portion, building block, component, constituent, element, factor, ingredient, member

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Sector

The most common words with a similar meaning to Sector:

precinct, region, section, district, quarter, belt, zone, ward, emplacement, locale, locality, location, locus, place, point, position, site, spot, venue, where, scene, here, there, branch, division, segment, subdivision, fragment, particle, partition, piece, portion, building block, component, constituent, element, factor, ingredient, member

Word Forms of Sector

Inflections: sectored, sectoring

Derived words: sectoral (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Sector

Late Latin, from Latin, cutter, from secare to cut saw

First known use: 1570

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Sector

Words & Phrases Containing Sector

private sector, public sector, subsector

Frequently Asked Questions about Sector

What does "Sector" mean?

"Sector" means a geometric figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a geometric figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Sector"?

Other words for "Sector" include precinct, region, section, district, quarter, belt, zone and ward. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Sector" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Sector"?

There are 39 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Sector". Common alternatives include precinct, region, section, district, quarter, belt, zone, ward, emplacement and locale.

How do you use "Sector" in a sentence?

Examples of "Sector" in a sentence: "They worked in the industrial sector of the city."; "The outlook for jobs in the health-care sector of the economy is excellent.".

Is "Sector" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Sector" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Sector" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Sector" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Sector"?

"Sector" is pronounced /ˈsek-tər/ and divided into syllables as sec·tor.

What is the origin of the word "Sector"?

"Sector" comes from Late Latin, from Latin, cutter, from secare to cut saw. First known use: 1570.