constituent
adjective
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constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup)
noun
- 1
an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system
spare components for cars
a component or constituent element of a system
- 2
an abstract part of something
jealousy was a component of his character
two constituents of a musical composition are melody and harmony
- 3
(grammar) a word or phrase or clause forming part of a larger grammatical construction
- 4
a member of a constituency; a citizen who is represented in a government by officials for whom he or she votes
needs continued support by constituents to be re-elected
- 5
something determined in relation to something that includes it
he wanted to feel a part of something bigger than himself
I read a portion of the manuscript
Also useful for “constituent”:Crossword— A long fill for tough grids