chapter

chapter is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

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Noun

Singular chapter

Plural chapters

1. A chapter is a main division of a book.

   OK, class! Next week we'll look at chapter five in the blue textbook, which deals with teaching vocabulary.

2. A chapter is a local part of a larger organisation.

   The Toronto chapter of the Red Cross is collecting blood today.