1. A separate section or part of something, especially a space divided off by walls or partitions
The train compartment was crowded with passengers.
O compartimento do trem estava cheio de passageiros.
2. A separate part or division of a structure or container
The car's glove compartment contains the registration documents.
O compartimento de luvas do carro contém os documentos de registro.
3. A distinct area or section of an organization or system
Different compartments of the government work independently.
Diferentes compartimentos do governo trabalham independentemente.