parts

word · lemma: part

/ˈpɑɹts/
parts
/pˈɑːts/
pahts

Definition

A part is one piece, section, or member of something larger. It can also mean a component in a machine or object, and the plural 'parts' is often used for these meanings.

Usage & Nuances

Common in both everyday and technical English. 'Parts of the body', 'parts of a book', and 'spare parts' are very common collocations. Don't confuse it with 'party' or with 'part' meaning a role in a play.

Example Sentences

The bike has many small parts.

basic

The hardest part is finding all the right parts.

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We studied the parts of the body in class.

basic

This machine is missing some parts.

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I ordered the parts online, so we can fix it tomorrow.

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Some parts of the movie were really funny.

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