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mod·ule (mäj′o̵̅o̅l′)

noun

  1. a standard or unit of measurement; specif.,
    1. in classical architecture, the diameter, or one half the diameter, of a column at the base of the shaft, used to determine the proportions or the structure
    2. any of several standardized units of measurement used in architectural planning, in the construction of building materials, etc. 4-inch module, 2-foot module
  2. ☆
    1. any of a set of units, as cabinets, designed to be arranged or joined in a variety of ways
    2. a detachable section, compartment, or unit with a specific purpose or function, as in a spacecraft
    3. Electronics a compact assembly that is a component of a larger unit

Etymology: Fr module < L modulus, dim. of modus: see mode

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Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

module Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • teach: Two of the six taught modules in the final year can be chosen from the Drug Delivery option or the Cosmetic Products option.

Adjective modifier

  • optional: Optional modules are marked with an " O " .

Modifies a noun

  • tutor: However such measures are not required and rely on the module tutor 's commitment to good practice in this area.

Noun used with modifier

  • core: At Level 3, the core modules develop more advanced areas of study.

Preposition: in

  • semester: You will study 6 modules in each semester ( some modules are double ).

Preposition: per

  • semester: Part-time ( 1 or 2 modules per semester ).
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