noun

module

module, unit, component, section

The course is divided into ten modules.

The course is divided into ten modules.

We need to replace a faulty computer module.

We need to replace a faulty computer module.

The lunar module landed safely on the moon.

The lunar module landed safely on the moon.

a ((module)) for/on (sth.) a self-contained unit The course has a module on modern history.

Synonyms: unit, component, section, part

From Latin 'modulus', a small measure, diminutive of 'modus' meaning measure or manner.

Think of LEGO blocks. Each block is a 'module' that you use to build a larger structure.

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