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component
/kʌmˈpoʊnənt/
noun
A 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."
adjective
Making up a larger whole; as a component word.
Made up of smaller complete units in combination; as a component stereo.
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