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element

/ˈɛlɪmənt/ · noun

Meaning

  1. One of the simplest or essential parts or principles of which anything consists, or upon which the constitution or fundamental powers of anything are based.
  2. A small part of the whole.
  3. The sky.
  4. (with "the") Atmospheric forces such as strong winds and rains.
  5. A place or state of being that an individual or object is best suited to.
  6. (usually in the plural) The bread and wine taken at Holy Communion.
  7. To compound of elements.
  8. To constitute and be the elements of.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

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