Element Definition & Meaning
element
- noun
- an abstract part of something; "jealousy was a component of his character"; "two constituents of a musical composition are melody and harmony"; "the grammatical elements of a sentence"; "a key factor in her success"; "humor: an effective ingredient of a speech"
- 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; "spare components for cars"; "a component or constituent element of 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; "water is the element of fishes"
- one of four substances thought in ancient and medieval cosmology to constitute the physical universe; "the alchemists believed that there were four elements"
- the situation in which you are happiest and most effective; "in your element"
- a straight line that generates a cylinder or cone
"Element" in song lyrics
See how element is used in real songs:
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"And start warriors vs. baseball fury element"
Aesop Rock — Labor -
"Just to sow the seed of dissent - you're in our element"
Astronomy Class — Rolling Thunder -
"Never feel out of my element"
Bavu Blakes — Up^South
Words that rhyme with element
Usage tips for "element"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "element" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for element to find words that pair well.