module
noun
mod·ule
ˈmä-(ˌ)jül 
1
: a standard or unit of measurement
2
: the size of some one part taken as a unit of measure by which the proportions of an architectural composition are regulated
3
a
: any in a series of standardized units for use together: such as
(1)
: a unit of furniture or architecture
(2)
: an educational unit which covers a single subject or topic
b
: a usually packaged functional assembly of electronic components for use with other such assemblies
the subwoofer module
4
: an independently operable unit that is a part of the total structure of a space vehicle
5
a
: a subset of an additive group that is also a group under addition
b
: a mathematical set that is a commutative group under addition and that is closed under multiplication which is distributive from the left or right or both by elements of a ring and for which a(bx) = (ab)x or (xb)a = x(ba) or both where a and b are elements of the ring and x belongs to the set
Examples of module in a Sentence
factories that build engines, transmissions, brakes, and other modules for cars
a memory module for storing information
Recent Examples on the Web
Ask our service journalism team your top-of-mind questions in the module below or email servicejournalists@sacbee.com.
—
Jacqueline Pinedo, Sacramento Bee, 25 Apr. 2024
Other duties include user training and support, customizing data modules and generating data reports.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2024
Offering a wide range of software modules, Trendex offers a complete solution to meet customers needs, including E-commerce, Accounting, Equipment Rental, Document Imaging, Kit Work Order Entry, Multi-Warehousing, Sales Analysis, Inventory Control, and Purchasing.
—Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2024
Our review of the Blink Video Doorbell and Sync module points out these are super affordable and easy to set up, providing sharp video quality.
—Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 15 Apr. 2024
The encoding protocol developed for Taichi divides challenging tasks and large network models into sub-problems and sub-models that can be distributed across different modules, Fang says.
—IEEE Spectrum, 12 Apr. 2024
The Times also recently introduced a module in which readers can comment on live coverage.
—Terence McGinley, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2024
It’s anticipated that this rocket will play a pivotal role in delivering modules for Russia’s upcoming space station, with the International Space Station (ISS) set for retirement in 2030.
—George Dvorsky / Gizmodo, Quartz, 11 Apr. 2024
At Kwik Fit, one of the largest UK car-servicing groups, just 15 out of about 1,500 technicians meet the Level 3 or Level 4 standard required to repair EV battery cells and modules.
—Jamie Nimmo, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2024
Jacqueline Pinedo, Sacramento Bee, 25 Apr. 2024
Other duties include user training and support, customizing data modules and generating data reports.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2024
Offering a wide range of software modules, Trendex offers a complete solution to meet customers needs, including E-commerce, Accounting, Equipment Rental, Document Imaging, Kit Work Order Entry, Multi-Warehousing, Sales Analysis, Inventory Control, and Purchasing.
—Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2024
Our review of the Blink Video Doorbell and Sync module points out these are super affordable and easy to set up, providing sharp video quality.
—Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 15 Apr. 2024
The encoding protocol developed for Taichi divides challenging tasks and large network models into sub-problems and sub-models that can be distributed across different modules, Fang says.
—IEEE Spectrum, 12 Apr. 2024
The Times also recently introduced a module in which readers can comment on live coverage.
—Terence McGinley, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2024
It’s anticipated that this rocket will play a pivotal role in delivering modules for Russia’s upcoming space station, with the International Space Station (ISS) set for retirement in 2030.
—George Dvorsky / Gizmodo, Quartz, 11 Apr. 2024
At Kwik Fit, one of the largest UK car-servicing groups, just 15 out of about 1,500 technicians meet the Level 3 or Level 4 standard required to repair EV battery cells and modules.
—Jamie Nimmo, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2024
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“Module.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/module. Accessed 1 May. 2024.
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module
noun
mod·ule
ˈmäj-ü(ə)l
1
a
: any in a series of similar units for use together
b
: a usually packaged collection of parts (as for an electronic device)
2
: an independent unit of a space vehicle
a propulsion module
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