module
pronunciation
How to pronounce module in British English:
UK [ˈmɒdjuːl]
How to pronounce module in American English:
US [ˈmɑːdʒuːl]
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- Noun:
- one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind
- detachable compartment of a spacecraft
- computer circuit consisting of an assembly of electronic components (as of computer hardware)
- a self-contained component (unit or item) that is used in combination with other components
Word Origin
- module
- module: see model
- module (n.)
- 1580s, "allotted measure," from Middle French module (1540s) or directly from Latin modulus "small measure," diminutive of modus "measure, manner" (see mode (n.1)). Meaning "interchangeable part" first recorded 1955; that of "separate section of a spacecraft" is from 1961.
Example
- 1. Let 's also improve our module script a bit .
- 2. The lunar module 's starboard footpad and contact probe .
- 3. German solar module maker sovello is also part of the initiative .
- 4. This term we also started our formal career services module .
- 5. Don 't buy the bluetooth module .