component

  1. Noun.  A smaller, self-contained part of a larger entity. Often refers to a manufactured object that is part of a larger device.
  2. Adjective.  Making up a larger whole; as a component word.
  3. Adjective.  Made up of smaller complete units in combination; as a component stereo.

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