piecewise

/ˈpiːsˌwaɪz/
adverb
  1. In separate parts or stages; one piece at a time.
    • The function is defined piecewise, with different formulas for different ranges.
    • They assembled the model piecewise, following each step in the instructions.
    • The data was analyzed piecewise to identify trends in each time period.
adjective
  1. Made up of or involving separate pieces or sections.
    • The teacher used a piecewise approach to teach the complex topic over several lessons.
    • A piecewise linear graph consists of straight line segments connected at points.
    • The piecewise construction of the bridge allowed workers to complete it in stages.
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