If people or things are dealt with separately or do something separately, they are dealt with or do something at different times or places, rather than together.
双语例句
例： Cook each vegetable separately until just tender.
把每样蔬菜单独烹煮，直到煮软就行了。
例： The software is sold separately.
该软件单卖。
例： Acid fruits are best eaten separately from sweet fruits.
酸水果与甜水果最好分开吃。