composite
Translation
composite, compound
Examples
The frame is made of a composite material.
The frame is made of a composite material.
A composite character is based on several people.
A composite character is based on several people.
Grammar Patterns
((a composite sth.)) a thing made of several parts or materials The frame is made of a composite material.
Similar Words
Synonyms: compound, complex, blended; Antonyms: simple, single
Etymology
From Latin 'com-' (together) + 'ponere' (to put). Meaning 'put together'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'composite sketch' of a suspect, which is 'put together' from different witness descriptions.