constituent (B2)
noun, adjective
Pronunciation: /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/
Definition
A part or element of a larger whole.
Examples
The basic constituents of matter are atoms.
Water is a compound made up of two elements: hydrogen and oxygen, its constituent parts.
The committee is made up of members from various constituent groups.
How to Use constituent
- constituent of (prepositional phrase)
- A part or element that belongs to a larger whole. — "Oxygen is a constituent of air."
- constituent groups (collocation)
- Different segments of a population or electorate. — "The politician tried to balance the needs of various constituent groups."
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