Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

component

noun
/kəmˈpoʊ.nənt/
Definition
A component is a part or element of a larger system or structure.
Examples
  • The engine is a crucial component of the car.
  • Each component in the machine must be properly calibrated.
  • Education is a key component of personal development.
Meaning
It refers to something that combines with other parts to form a whole.
Synonyms
  • part
  • element
  • ingredient
  • piece