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component

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /kəmˈpoʊnənt/ · UK /kəmˈpəʊnənt/

Forms: components

component means: One part that joins with other parts to form a larger object or system.

noun

PARTB2

One part that joins with other parts to form a larger object or system.

  • One component needs replacing.
  • These components connect to the main circuit.
  • The mechanic checked every component of the engine.

How to use it: a component of something (The battery is an important component of the device.)

Similar words: part, element

Common phrases: electronic component, key component, component of something, essential component

adjective

MAKING UP WHOLEC1

Forming one of the parts of something larger.

  • We examined the component parts.
  • The machine was separated into its component units.
  • Each component word contributes to the phrase's meaning.

Similar words: constituent

Common phrases: component parts, component elements, component units

SEPARATE UNITSC2

Made of separate complete units that work together.

  • He bought a component stereo.
  • Their component audio system has a separate amplifier.
  • A component system lets you replace one unit at a time.

Similar words: modular

Common phrases: component stereo, component system, component audio system

Questions about component

What does component mean?

One part that joins with other parts to form a larger object or system.

What is component in other languages?

Türkçe: parça · Español: componente · Français: composant · Deutsch: Bauteil · Italiano: componente · 日本語: 部品

How do you pronounce component?

In American English /kəmˈpoʊnənt/; in British English /kəmˈpəʊnənt/.

How do you use component in a sentence?

One component needs replacing. These components connect to the main circuit.

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