Division of a polynomial by a number, however, yields another polynomial. For example, x3/12 is considered a valid term in a polynomial (and a polynomial by itself) because it is equivalent to (1/12)x3 and 1/12 is just a constant. When this expression is used as a term, its coefficient is therefore 1/12.
Balkanize. 1  to divide (a country, territory, etc.) into small, quarrelsome, ineffectual states. ( 2 often lowercase) to divide (groups, areas, etc.) into contending and usually ineffectual factions: a movement to balkanize minority voters.
language note: The spellings balkanization, and in British English balkanisation are also used. uncountable noun. If you disapprove of the division of a country into separate independent states, you can refer to the Balkanization of the country. [disapproval] We can't accept the fragmentation or balkanization of the country.