component
noun
a constituent part; element; ingredient.
components
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pluralof component.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Researchers believe several components of peanuts may contribute to their observed effects on brain health, rather than any single nutrient being responsible.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
Home builders have traded down to cheaper materials, but they still face higher price tags for basic construction components.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
Funds belonging to users of the French firm Ledger were stolen after malicious components were inserted into devices sold by a third-party retailer.
From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026
Here were the 20 components of the S&P 500 that were down the most for October as of early trading on Friday:
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 30, 2026
“Would your viewers like to know the five basic components of the refrigeration cycle?” asked Jake.
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
