minor component

Frequency: 6.59.2 per million words

A less important or secondary part of something.

componentADJECTIVE + component

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minor

Examples (10)

  • In this alloy, zinc is a minor component compared to copper.
  • Although salt is a minor component by weight, it's crucial for the recipe's taste.
  • The marketing plan was treated as a minor component of the overall business strategy.
  • This specific protein is a minor component of the cell, but it plays a vital role.
  • His anxiety was a minor component of his character, often overshadowed by his confidence.
  • The LED indicator is a minor component, yet it's essential for showing the device's status.
  • The written exam constitutes only a minor component of the final assessment.
  • Atmospheric dust is a minor component of the air we breathe, but it can affect air quality.
  • For most investors, this stock will be a minor component of a diversified portfolio.
  • Researchers are analyzing even the most minor component of the sample.