constituent
Translation
component, part, voter, elector
Examples
Water is a main constituent of the human body.
Water is a main constituent of the human body.
The MP received many letters from her constituents.
The MP received many letters from her constituents.
Grammar Patterns
((countable)) ((of sth.)) a part of a whole Caffeine is the active constituent of coffee.
((countable)) a voter in a particular area The representative listened to the concerns of her constituents.
Similar Words
Synonyms: component, element, ingredient (for a part); voter, elector (for a person)
Etymology
From Latin 'constituens', present participle of 'constituere' (to set up), from con- (together) + statuere (to set).
Memory Tips
A 'constituent' is a part that helps 'constitute' (make up) a whole, or a person who is part of a 'constituency'.