module

mod-ule · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A self-contained unit or component that can be combined with others.

  2. 2.

    A unit of study forming part of a larger course.

  3. 3.

    In computing, a piece of software that can be added to a larger system.

Forms

plural: modules

Related words

See also: component, course, unit
Synonyms: component, section, unit

Etymology

From Latin modulus, diminutive of modus meaning "measure."