Composite

/kəmˈpɒzɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a thing made up of multiple parts or elements.

The artist created a striking composite of different textures and colors.

a composite number, which is a positive integer that has at least one positive divisor other than one or itself.

Six is a composite number because it can be divided by 1, 2, 3, and 6.

adjective

made up of various parts or elements.

The composite materials used in the bridge enhance its durability.

being a combination of two or more different elements.

The composite design of the building includes both wood and steel.

From Latin 'compositus', meaning 'put together'.

composite number

A number that is made up of more than just 1 and itself.

composite sketch

A drawing made from various features of the faces of witnesses.

composite material

A material made from two or more constituent materials.

compounding

The process of combining two or more elements.

composition

The act of combining parts to form a whole.

A term used to describe something that is a mixture of various styles.

That outfit is so composite, it mixes vintage and modern trends!

Used in tech to refer to hybrid software or products.

This app is a composite of features from several other popular apps.