Component

Noun

Definitions

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

"A CPU is a component of a computer."

2.NounA connected subgraph that is not part of any larger connected subgraph.

3.AdjectiveMaking up a larger whole.

"a component word"

4.AdjectiveMade up of smaller complete units in combination.

"a component stereo"

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