elemental

Main Entry:: el·e·men·tal
Pronunciation:: \ˌe-lə-ˈmen-t^əl\
Function:: adjective
Date:: 15th century

1 a: of, relating to, or being an element ; specifically : existing as an uncombined chemical element b (1): of, relating to, or being the basic or essential constituent of something : fundamental <elemental biological needs> (2): simple , uncomplicated <elemental food> c: of, relating to, or dealing with the rudiments of something : elementary <taught elemental crafts to the children> d: forming an integral part : inherent <an elemental sense of rhythm>2: of, relating to, or resembling a great force of nature <the rains come with elemental violence> <elemental passions>

— elemental noun

— el·e·men·tal·ly

\-t^əl-ē\ adverb

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