1. One of the parts that make up the whole system or device, as in "The brake pad is a component of the brake system " .
2. A raw material, ingredient, part or subassembly that goes into a higher level assembly, compound, or other item.
1. One of the parts that make up the whole system or device, as in "The brake pad is a component of the brake system " .
2. A raw material, ingredient, part or subassembly that goes into a higher level assembly, compound, or other item.
English dictionary of automotive terms. Английский словарь автомобильных терминов. 2012