Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
holon
Noun
/ˈhoʊlən/
Definition
A holon is something that is both a whole and a part of a larger system or organization.
Examples
- The cell is a holon in the larger organism.
- A team member can be seen as a holon within the company structure.
Meaning
In systems theory, a holon represents an entity that can function independently while being a component of a larger whole.
Synonyms
- unit
- component
- part
- entity
