a self-contained component (unit or item) that is used in combination with other components | the mental faculty or power of vocal communication |
computer circuit consisting of an assembly of electronic components (as of computer hardware) | the cognitive processes involved in producing and understanding linguistic communication |
detachable compartment of a spacecraft | a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols |
one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind | (language) communication by word of mouth |
| the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number |
| a system of words used to name things in a particular discipline |