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module

mo·dule

UK/ˈmɒdjuːl/ US/ˈmɒd͡ʒuːl/ fairly common

noun

1.

one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind

Synonyms
2.
3.

computer circuit consisting of an assembly of electronic components (as of computer hardware)

4.

a self-contained component (unit or item) that is used in combination with other components

Origin

Borrowed from French module, from Latin modulus (“a small measure, a measure, mode, meter”), diminutive of modus (“measure”) (whence mode). Doublet of modulus and mold.

Phrases

  • body control module
  • Clifford module
  • command and service module
  • cyclic module
  • load module
  • lunar module
  • module pattern
  • module theory

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