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element

The correct spelling is element.

How to pronounce element

/ˈɛlɪmənt/
noun

IPA: /ˈɛlɪmənt/

Say it like: Ele-men-t

The correct spelling is element. One of the simplest or essential parts or principles of which anything consists, or upon which the constitution or fundamental powers of anything are based. For example: "Letters are the elements of written language."

Usage Examples

Letters are the elements of written language.

an element of doubt;  an element of the picture

exposed to the elements

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.One of the simplest or essential parts or principles of which anything consists, or upon which the constitution or fundamental powers of anything are based.
  2. 2.A small part of the whole.
  3. 3.The sky.
  4. 4.(with "the") Atmospheric forces such as strong winds and rains.
  5. 5.A place or state of being that an individual or object is best suited to.

verb

  1. 1.To compound of elements.
  2. 2.To constitute and be the elements of.

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