component

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/kʌmˈpoʊnənt/ English

Definitions

noun

A smaller, self-contained part of a larger entity. Often refers to a manufactured object that is part of a larger device.“A CPU is a component of a computer.”

adjective

Making up a larger whole; as a component word.
Made up of smaller complete units in combination; as a component stereo.

Related words

Synonyms

constituent part fractional portion factor ingredient element component part piece subassembly composition link subcomponent composite sectoral category

Associated

components magnitude velocity vector protein mixture server interface proteins magnetic matrix index

Rhymes

proponent exponent opponent ponent bone hint conant

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