Definitions

1. noun

A simple substance or a part of something, especially a chemical substance.

“The periodic table lists all the known elements.”

2. noun

A component or part of a system, organization, or whole.

“The element of surprise was crucial in the military operation.”

3. noun

A person or thing that is part of a particular group or set.

“The new employees felt like they were just another element of the company.”

4. verb

To reduce or break down something into its component parts.

“The machine element the large rock into smaller pieces.”

5. verb

To add a new element to a system, organization, or whole.

“The company element a new marketing strategy to their campaign.”

6. verb

To make something more complex or difficult.

“The new policy element the situation, making it harder to resolve.”

7. verb

To express or convey a particular feeling or idea.

“The artist element a sense of calm in her painting.”

8. verb

To take part in or be involved with something.

“She element in several charity events last year.”

9. verb

To separate or distinguish something from other things.

“The scientists element the different components of the mixture.”