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module
[moj-ool]
noun
a separable component, frequently one that is interchangeable with others, for assembly into units of differing size, complexity, or function.
any of the individual, self-contained segments of a spacecraft, designed to perform a particular task.
the spacecraft's command module; a lunar module.
a standard or unit for measuring.
a selected unit of measure, ranging in size from a few inches to several feet, used as a basis for the planning and standardization of building materials.
Mathematics.an Abelian group with a set of left or right operators forming a ring such that for any two operators and any group element the result of having the first operator act on the element, giving a second element, and the second operator act on the second element is equal to the result of having a single operator, formed by adding or multiplying the two operators, act on the first element.
Computers.
part of a program that performs a distinct function.
an interchangeable, plug-in hardware unit.
module
/ ˈɒː /
noun
a self-contained unit or item, such as an assembly of electronic components and associated wiring or a segment of computer software, which itself performs a defined task and can be linked with other such units to form a larger system
a standard unit of measure, esp one used to coordinate the dimensions of buildings and components; in classical architecture, half the diameter of a column at the base of the shaft
a standardized unit designed to be added to or used as part of an arrangement of similar units, as in furniture
astronautics any of several self-contained separable units making up a spacecraft or launch vehicle, each of which has one or more specified tasks
command module
service module
education a short course of study, esp of a vocational or technical subject, that together with other such completed courses can count towards a particular qualification
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of module1
Example Sentences
It follows a private security cyborg, known as a “SecUnit,” who hacks its governing module, allowing it newfound autonomy.
But while they will eventually be built to order, cost savings don't kick in until designs have been finalised and modules are reliably rolling off factory lines.
But unbeknownst to the miners, Murderbot has been able to hack its governor module, its system, so it's gained autonomy, free will.
Many of the recording console’s wires had been cut, and some of its modules were missing.
For her 16th, Joel takes her to a science museum, where she lives out her dream of going to space by climbing inside the Apollo 15 command module.
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