COMPONENT

component

Noun

  1. A smaller, self-contained part of a larger entity. Often refers to a manufactured object that is part of a larger device.

Adjective

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


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