SUBSYSTEM Synonyms
There are 8 hypernyms of the word subsystem. (close relations)
subsystems
Best Alternative Words for SUBSYSTEM
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| arm | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb • any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm • any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting • the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person • a division of some larger or more complex organization • the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm verb • prepare oneself for a military confrontation • supply with arms | ||||||||
| aspect | nounn | |||||||
noun • a distinct feature or element in a problem • a characteristic to be considered • the visual percept of a region • the beginning or duration or completion or repetition of the action of a verb • the feelings expressed on a person's face | ||||||||
| branch | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a division of some larger or more complex organization • a division of a stem, or secondary stem arising from the main stem of a plant • a part of a forked or branching shape • a natural consequence of development • a stream or river connected to a larger one • any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm verb • grow and send out branches or branch-like structures • divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork | ||||||||
| component | nounn | |||||||
noun • an abstract part of something • something determined in relation to something that includes it • 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 | ||||||||
| constituent | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
noun • 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 • a member of a constituency; a citizen who is represented in a government by officials for whom he or she votes • something determined in relation to something that includes it • (grammar) a word or phrase or clause forming part of a larger grammatical construction • an abstract part of something adjective satellite • constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup) | ||||||||
| division | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an army unit large enough to sustain combat • one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole • the act or process of dividing • an administrative unit in government or business • discord that splits a group • a league ranked by quality • (biology) a group of organisms forming a subdivision of a larger category • (botany) taxonomic unit of plants corresponding to a phylum • a unit of the United States Air Force usually comprising two or more wings • a group of ships of similar type • an arithmetic operation that is the inverse of multiplication; the quotient of two numbers is computed • the act of dividing or partitioning; separation by the creation of a boundary that divides or keeps apart | ||||||||
| element | nounn | |||||||
noun • an abstract part of something • 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 • any of the more than 100 known substances (of which 92 occur naturally) that cannot be separated into simpler substances and that singly or in combination constitute all matter • the most favorable environment for a plant or animal • one of four substances thought in ancient and medieval cosmology to constitute the physical universe • the situation in which you are happiest and most effective • a straight line that generates a cylinder or cone | ||||||||
| fraction | nounn | |||||||
noun • a component of a mixture that has been separated by a fractional process • a small part or item forming a piece of a whole • the quotient of two rational numbers verb • perform a division | ||||||||
| fragment | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a piece broken off or cut off of something else • a broken piece of a brittle artifact • an incomplete piece verb • break or cause to break into pieces | ||||||||
| module | nounn | |||||||
noun • one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind • detachable compartment of a spacecraft • computer circuit consisting of an assembly of electronic components (as of computer hardware) • a self-contained component (unit or item) that is used in combination with other components | ||||||||
| part | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • something determined in relation to something that includes it • something less than the whole of a human artifact • a portion of a natural object • that which concerns a person with regard to a particular role or situation • the extended spatial location of something • the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group • an actor's portrayal of someone in a play • assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group • one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole • a line of scalp that can be seen when sections of hair are combed in opposite directions • the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music • the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result • an item that is an instance of some type adverb • to some extent; in some degree; not wholly verb • go one's own way; move apart • discontinue an association or relation; go different ways • depart for someplace • move or break apart • force, take, or pull apart | ||||||||
| piece | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a separate part of a whole • an item that is an instance of some type • a portion of a natural object • a musical work that has been created • an instance of some kind • an artistic or literary composition • a portable gun • a serving that has been cut from a larger portion • a distance • a work of art of some artistic value • a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition • a share of something • game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games verb • to join or unite the pieces of • create by putting components or members together • join during spinning • eat intermittently; take small bites of • repair by adding pieces | ||||||||
| portion | nounn | |||||||
noun • something determined in relation to something that includes it • something less than the whole of a human artifact • the allotment of some amount by dividing something • assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group • your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) • money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage • an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal verb • give out | ||||||||
| section | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical) • a very thin slice (of tissue or mineral or other substance) for examination under a microscope • a distinct region or subdivision of a territorial or political area or community or group of people • one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object • a small team of policemen working as part of a police platoon • one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole • a land unit equal to 1 square mile • (geometry) the area created by a plane cutting through a solid • a small class of students who are part of a larger course but are taught separately • a division of an orchestra containing all instruments of the same class • a small army unit usually having a special function • a specialized division of a large organization • a segment of a citrus fruit • the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation) verb • divide into segments | ||||||||
| segment | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object • one of the parts into which something naturally divides verb • divide into segments • divide or split up | ||||||||
| slice | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a share of something • a serving that has been cut from a larger portion • a wound made by cutting • a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer • a thin flat piece cut off of some object • a spatula for spreading paint or ink verb • make a clean cut through • hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels in a different direction • cut into slices • hit a ball so that it causes a backspin | ||||||||
| subsection | nounn | |||||||
noun • a section of a section; a part of a part; i.e., a part of something already divided | ||||||||
| unit | nounn | |||||||
noun • any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange • an individual or group or structure or other entity regarded as a structural or functional constituent of a whole • an organization regarded as part of a larger social group • a single undivided whole • a single undivided natural thing occurring in the composition of something else • an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity | ||||||||
| wing | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a movable organ for flying (one of a pair) • one of the horizontal airfoils on either side of the fuselage of an airplane • a stage area out of sight of the audience • a unit of military aircraft • the side of military or naval formation • a hockey player stationed in a forward position on either side • (in flight formation) a position to the side and just to the rear of another aircraft • a group within a political party or legislature or other organization that holds distinct views or has a particular function • the wing of a fowl • a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud • an addition that extends a main building verb • travel through the air; be airborne | ||||||||
