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| mod·ule [ mójjool ] (plural mod·ules) |
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1. self-contained interchangeable unit: an independent unit that can be combined with others and easily rearranged, replaced, or interchanged to form different structures or systems
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2. education short course of study: a short course of study that forms part of a larger academic course or training program, e.g. any of the elements that form part of a degree program
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3. aerospace part of space vehicle: one of the self-contained units or craft that make up a space vehicle
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4. architecture unit of measurement: a unit of measurement or a standard, used especially in measuring architectural elements
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| [Late 16th century. Directly or via French < Latin modulus (see modulus)] |
