Component
Noun
UK
/kəmˈpəʊ.nənt/
US
/kəmˈpoʊ.nənt/
Definition
A part of a larger system, machine, or object.
Example
"The engine has many components."
"Each component of the computer must work properly for it to function correctly."
"The recipe has several components, including flour, sugar, eggs, and butter, to make a dessert."
Explanation
A component is a part of something larger. Every machine, system, or object is made of smaller pieces called components. For example, a computer has many components, like the keyboard, screen, and processor. A car has components such as the engine, wheels, and brakes. In cooking, ingredients can be seen as components of a dish. Understanding components helps people know how things work and how to fix them if something goes wrong.