Fragmenting

/ˈfrægməntɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The ongoing action of breaking something into fragments or causing it to separate into pieces.

Etymology

The present participle form of 'fragment,' created by adding '-ing' to the verb stem. 'Fragment' itself comes from Latin 'fragmentum,' and the '-ing' ending transforms it into a noun or continuous action form.

Kelly Says

Streaming services are fragmenting the entertainment industry—where once everyone watched the same show on the same night, now millions watch different content simultaneously, which paradoxically makes us feel more alone despite unprecedented connection.

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