component
kəmˈpoʊnənt
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Definition of component - Reverso English Dictionary

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Noun

1.
unitpart of a larger whole
  • Each component of the computer has a specific function.
constituent element part
2.
technologyTECH.electrical device with distinct characteristicsTECH.
  • The circuit board has several important components.
element part unit

Adjective

1.
part of wholebeing a part of something bigger
  • Each component part of the machine is essential.
constituent integral
2.
constructionRaremade of smaller complete unitsRare
  • The component stereo system was easy to assemble.
assembled built constructed
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Expressions with component

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part that combines with others to form a whole
The engine is a crucial component part of the car..
separate electronic unit in a sound system handling sound input or output
He upgraded his receiver, the most important audio component in his system.
shows that something is a necessary part within something larger
Trust is an integral component of a strong friendship.
part that is officially accepted
The recognized component of the machine was replaced.
substance in a product that directly causes the intended chemical effect
The active component in this cream reduces redness and soothes irritated skin.
breakdown or malfunction of one part within a larger system or machine
The engineer traced the accident to a critical component failure in the braking system.

Origin of component

Latin, componere (to put together)

Terms with component included in their meaning

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component
basic part of something larger
mechanical
component of a machine
machine part
extra component for a machine
components
individual item or component of a larger system
bicycle component
chain transferring pedal power to bicycle wheels
wheel component
rubber covering on a bicycle wheel
automobile
component of an automobile
games
traditional or modern game using dice as a key component

Examples of component in a sentence

  • A key component of the plan was missing.
  • Each component must be tested for quality.
  • Replacing a faulty component can fix the device.
  • The x-component was larger than the y-component.
  • Finding each component is crucial in vector analysis.
  • Carbon is a component in organic compounds.

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  1. French:composant, modulaire, ...
  2. German:Bestandteil, komponentenhafte, ...
  3. Italian:componente, parte integrante, ...
  4. Spanish:componente, integrante, ...
  5. Portuguese:componente, integrante, ...
  6. Chinese:组件, 组成的, ...
  7. Japanese:部品, 構成の, ...
  8. Arabic:مُكَوِّن, جزئي, ...
  9. Hebrew:רְכִיב, חֶלְקִי, ...
  10. Russian:компонент, составной, ...
  11. Ukrainian:компонент, складовий, ...
  12. Hindi:घटक, संयंत्र, ...

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