elements
Translation
elements, components, factors, the weather
Examples
Water is made of two elements.
Water is made of two elements.
There are many elements to consider.
There are many elements to consider.
The building was exposed to the elements.
The building was exposed to the elements.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) a basic part of something The elements of a good story include plot and character.
the elements bad weather We walked home in the elements.
Similar Words
Synonyms: components, factors, ingredients, parts
Etymology
From Latin 'elementum', meaning 'rudiment, first principle'.
Memory Tips
Think of the periodic table of elements, or the four classical elements: earth, water, fire, and air.