module

Pronunciation: /ˈmɑd͡ʒul/

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind
  2. noun detachable compartment of a spacecraft
  3. noun computer circuit consisting of an assembly of electronic components (as of computer hardware)

Etymology

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.

In classic literature

Synonyms

faculty, mental faculty

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
ability
Narrower (hyponyms)
sense, memory, language, attention, volition, reason

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