component
Meaning
A component is a part or element that contributes to a larger system or whole, often used in contexts such as technology, engineering, and business.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "component" with "complement," which has a different meaning.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Sarah
is
spending
Saturday
afternoon
repairing
an
old
radio
she
found
at
a
market
.
She
carefully
lays
out
her
tools
and
the
instruction
manual
on
a
small
wooden
table
.
She
examines
each
component
to
find
a
loose
wire
that
is
stopping
the
sound
.
After
she
tightens
the
wire
and
replaces
one
broken
part
,
she
closes
the
case
and
plugs
the
radio
in
.
When
a
station
plays
again
she
feels
calm
and
proud
,
because
small
repairs
like
this
help
her
save
money
and
learn
new
skills
.
Common Phrases
key component
essential component
component parts
Synonyms
Related Words
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