Definitions for module
module
mod·ule
Spelling: [moj-ool]
IPA: /ˈmɒdʒ ul/
Module is a 6 letter English word.
It's valid Scrabble word worth 9 points.
It's valid Words with friends word worth 12 points.
You can make 101 anagrams from letters in module (delmou).
Definitions for module
noun
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a separable component, frequently one that is interchangeable with others, for assembly into units of differing size, complexity, or function.
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any of the individual, self-contained segments of a spacecraft, designed to perform a particular task:
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a standard or unit for measuring.
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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.
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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.
Compare ring1 (def 23).
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Computers.
part of a program that performs a distinct function.
an interchangeable, plug-in hardware unit.
Origin of module
1555-65; Latin modulus; see modulus
Examples for module
The height of a capital will be one module, and its breadth two and one sixth modules.
One of these parts will form the module in accordance with which the adjustments are to be made as above described.
The band will be taking your questions in the module below from 4-5 PM EST today.
The EPA has a module on its site to help consumers donate or recycle their old devices.
The arrangement is then equivalent to an Italian module, but on a large scale.
Of these parts, let one be fixed upon to form the module, and in accordance with this module the whole work is to be developed.
The capitals of each triglyph are to measure one sixth of a module.
The diameter or half-diameter of the column (the module) served as the unit for the whole building.
A module usually consists of a couple of undercovers, a sergeant, and five investigators.