piece

Refers to a piece that is long and thin, like of string or wood.

Often used for puzzles or sets.

Refers to a piece that is not long, like of rope or wire.

Refers to a leftover or mismatched piece.

Can be used figuratively to mean a small, manageable amount of information.

Can be used figuratively to mean a small, manageable amount of information.

Gradually, one part at a time.

A collection of small, miscellaneous items.

To break into parts, especially from age or wear.

To disassemble something into its component parts.

To break into parts, often because of poor construction or design.

Used to denote a single unit or portion of a larger whole (e.g., a piece of cake).

Describes the state of being broken into many parts.