Simple meaning
What does Component mean?
A component is one part of a whole.
Dictionary definition
A component is one part of a larger system, machine, or idea.
Example sentences
Component in a sentence
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In science class, we learned what component means.
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Our diagram and reading passage used component in a clear context.
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Understanding component helped us explain cause and effect in our project discussion.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
Opposite words
wholeThe complete thing.
total systemAll parts together.
Word family
Component word family
Base word
component
noun
component
Base form.
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Practice 1
What is a component?
Component means one part of a larger whole.
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