#part.physical_object__portion something less than the whole of a human artifact: "the rear part of the house"; "glue the two parts together"
supertype: physical_object physical_part
part of: whole_thing
subtype: appendage a part that is joined to something larger
subtype: appendicle a small appendage
subtype: handhold an appendage to hold onto
subtype: handle__grip__handgrip__hold the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
subtype: ax_handle__axe_handle__axehandle the handle of an ax
subtype: broomstick__broom_handle__broomhandle the handle of a broom
subtype: crop.handle the stock or handle of a whip
subtype: haft__helve the handle of a weapon or tool
subtype: hilt the handle of a sword or dagger
subtype: basket_hilt a hilt with a basket-shaped guard for the hand
subtype: hoe_handle__hoehandle the handle of a hoe
subtype: knob.handle a round handle
subtype: doorknob__doorhandle a knob used to release the catch when opening a door (often called `doorhandle' in Great Britain)
subtype: stop.knob (music) a knob on an organ that is pulled to change the sound quality from the organ pipes; "the organist pulled out all the stops"
subtype: mop_handle__mophandle the handle of a mop
subtype: panhandle the handle of a pan
subtype: saddlebow__pommel handgrip formed by the raised front part of a saddle
subtype: saddle_horn__horn a high pommel of a Western saddle (usually metal covered with leather)
subtype: rake_handle the handle of a rake
subtype: stock.handle the handle end of some implements or tools; "he grabbed the cue by the stock"
subtype: bitstock__brace the stock of a tool used for turning a drilling bit
subtype: butt_end__butt thick end of the handle
subtype: rifle_butt__riflebutt the butt end of a rifle
subtype: gunstock__stock the handle of a handgun or the butt end of a rifle or shotgun or part of the support of a machine gun or artillery gun; "the rifle had been fitted with a special stock"
subtype: pistol_grip a handle (as of a gun or saw) shaped like the butt of a pistol
subtype: tailpiece appendage added to extend the length of something
subtype: bulb.part a rounded part of a cylindrical instrument (usually at one end); "the bulb of a syringe"
subtype: butt.part__stub the small unused part of something (especially the end of a cigarette that is left after smoking)
subtype: cigar_butt__cigarbutt small part of a cigar that is left after smoking
subtype: cigarette_butt__cigarettebutt small part of a cigarette that is left after smoking
subtype: roach the butt of a marijuana cigarette
subtype: component__constituent 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"
subtype: appurtenance__accessory__supplement a supplementary component
subtype: auto_accessory an accessory for an automobile
subtype: computer_accessory an accessory for a computer
subtype: cut-in__cutin__insert (film) a still inserted and interrupting the action; (broadcasting) a local announcement inserted into a network broadcast
subtype: fitting a small and often standardized accessory to a larger system
subtype: gas_fitting__gasfitting the fitting (pipes or valves or meters) that convey gas from the gas main to the gas fixtures of a building
subtype: pipefitting__pipe_fitting fitting consisting of threaded pieces of pipe for joining pipes together
subtype: reducer pipefitting that joins two pipes of different diameter
subtype: receptacle.fitting an electrical (or electronic) fitting that is connected to a source of power and equipped to receive an insert
subtype: outlet_box (electricity) receptacle consisting of the metal box designed for connections to a wiring system
subtype: expansion_slot__expansionslot__slot (computers) a socket in a microcomputer that will accept a plug-in circuit board
subtype: socket a receptacle into which an electric device can be inserted
subtype: electric_socket a socket into which a lightbulb can be inserted
subtype: wall_socket__wall_plug__electric_outlet__electrical_outlet__outlet__electric_receptacle receptacle providing a place in a wiring system where current can be taken to run electrical devices
subtype: power_point__powerpoint__point (British) a wall socket
subtype: improver__addition a component that is added to something to improve it; "the addition of a bathroom was a major improvement"; "the addition of cinammon improved the flavor"
subtype: additive something added to enhance food or gasoline or paint or medicine
subtype: adjuvant an additive that enhances the effectiveness of medical treatment
subtype: food_additive__artificial_additive an additive to food intended to improve its flavor or appearance or shelf-life
subtype: afterthought an addition that was not included in the original plan; "the garage was an afterthought"
subtype: annex__annexe__extension__wing an addition that extends a main building
subtype: ell an extension at the end and at right angles to the main building
subtype: attachment.improver a supplementary part or accessory
subtype: elongation.improver__extension an addition to the length of something
subtype: audio the sound elements of television
subtype: auto_part__car_part__carpart a component of an automobile; "his business is auto parts"
subtype: crystal.component a crystalline element used as a component in various electronic devices
subtype: piezoelectric_crystal__piezoelectriccrystal a crystal that can be used as a transducer
subtype: computer_hardware__hardware the mechanical, magnetic, electronic, and electrical components making up a computer system
subtype: CPU__central_processing_unit__C.P.U.__central_processor__centralprocessor__processor__mainframe (computer science) the part of a computer (a microprocessor chip) that does most of the data processing; the CPU and the memory form the central part of a computer to which the peripherals are attached
subtype: memory_board__memory__storage__store an electronic memory device; "a memory and the CPU form the central part of a computer to which peripherals are attached"
subtype: RAM__random-access_memory__random_access_memory__random_memory__read/write_memory the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on; an integrated circuit memory chip allows information to be stored or accessed in any order and all storage locations are equally accessible
subtype: ROM__read-only_memory__read-only_storage__fixed_storage__fixedstorage (computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed
subtype: CD-ROM__compact_disc_read-only_memory a compact disk that is used with a computer (rather than with an audio system); a large amount of digital information can be stored and accessed but it cannot be altered by the user
subtype: EPROM__erasable_programmable_read-only_memory (computer science) a read-only memory chip that can be erased by ultraviolet light and programmed again with new data
subtype: real_storage the main memory in a virtual memory system
subtype: scratchpad (computer) a high-speed internal memory used for temporary storage of preliminary information
subtype: virtual_memory__virtualmemory__virtual_storage__virtualstorage (computer science) memory created by using the hard disk to simulate additional random-access memory; the addressable storage space available to the user of a computer system in which virtual addresses are mapped into real addresses
subtype: scheduler computer hardware that arranges jobs to be done by the computer in an appropriate order
subtype: sequencer computer hardware that sorts data or programs into a predetermined sequence
subtype: heating_element__heatingelement the component of a heater or range that transforms fuel or electricity into heat
subtype: bar.heating_element (British) a heating element in an electric fire
subtype: burner.heating_element the heating elements of a stove or range on which pots and pans are placed for cooking; "the electric range had one large burner and three smaller one"
subtype: ingredient a component of a mixture or compound
subtype: base.ingredient the principal ingredient of a mixture; "glycerinated gelatin is used as a base for many ointments"; "he told the painter that he wanted a yellow base with just a hint of green"; "everything she cooked seemed to have rice as the base"
subtype: landside component consisting of a side piece opposite the moldboard
subtype: makings__making the components needed for making or doing something; "the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake"
subtype: module a self-contained component (unit or item) that is used in combination with other components
subtype: cartridge.module a module designed to be inserted into a larger piece of equipment; "he loaded a cartridge of fresh tape into the tape deck"
subtype: ink_cartridge__inkcartridge a cartridge that contains ink and can be replaced
subtype: tape_cartridge a cartridge containing magnetic tape; for use with audio or video recorders or computer systems
subtype: power_module__powermodule module that provides power to operate other modules
subtype: pixel__pel__picture_element__pictureelement (computer science) the smallest discrete component of an image or picture on a CRT screen (usually a colored dot); "the greater the number of pixels per inch the greater the resolution"
subtype: retrofit.component a component or accessory added to something after it has been manufactured
subtype: spare_part__sparepart__spare an extra component of a machine or other apparatus
subtype: spark_gap.component__sparkgap a component of an ignition system; consists of two shaped electrodes and the space between them
subtype: video_tube__videotube__video the visual component of television
subtype: cutout a part that is cut out or is intended to be cut out
subtype: foible the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip
subtype: forte the stronger part of a sword blade between the hilt and the foible
subtype: fraction.part a small part or item forming a piece of a whole
subtype: hub the central part of a car wheel (or fan or propeller etc) through which the shaft or axle passes
subtype: jetsam the part of a ship's equipment or cargo that is thrown overboard to lighten the load in a storm
subtype: peen the part of a hammerhead opposite the flat striking surface (may have various shapes)
subtype: piece a separate part of a whole: "an important piece of the evidence"
subtype: piece_of_cloth__piece_of_material a piece of fabric
subtype: bib.piece_of_cloth top part of an apron; covering the chest
subtype: chamois_cloth__chamoiscloth a piece of chamois used for washing windows or cars
subtype: dishrag__dishcloth a cloth for washing dishes
subtype: drop_cloth a large piece of cloth laid over the floor or furniture while a room is being painted
subtype: dustcloth__dustrag__duster a piece of cloth used for dusting
subtype: dust_sheet__dust_cover a large piece of cloth used to cover furniture that is not in use for a long period
subtype: remnant__remainder__scrap a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold
subtype: fag_end__fagend the frayed end of a length of cloth or rope
subtype: gore a triangular piece of cloth
subtype: groundsheet__groundcloth a waterproofed piece of cloth spread on the ground (as under a tent) to protect from moisture
subtype: guimpe.piece_of_cloth a piece of starched cloth covering the shoulders of a nun's habit
subtype: gusset__inset a piece of material inset to strengthen or enlarge a garment
subtype: handkerchief__hankie__hanky__hankey a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
subtype: bandanna__bandana large and brightly colored handkerchief; often used as a neckerchief
subtype: pocket-handkerchief a handkerchief that is carried in a pocket
subtype: liner__lining a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment
subtype: lungi__lungyi__longyi a long piece of brightly colored cloth (cotton or silk) used as clothing (a skirt or loincloth or sash etc.) in India and Pakistan and Burma
subtype: patch a piece of cloth used as decoration or to mend or cover a hole
subtype: pasties__pastie a pair of adhesive patches worn to cover the nipples of exotic dancers and striptease performers
subtype: shoulder_patch patch worn on the shoulder of a military uniform to indicate rank
subtype: placket a piece of cloth sewn under an opening
subtype: shred__rag__tag_end__tagend__tatter a small piece of cloth
subtype: pine-tar_rag baseball equipment consisting of a rag soaked with pine tar; used on the handle of a baseball bat to give a batter a firm grip
subtype: sail__canvas__canvass__sheet a large piece of fabric (as canvas) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel
subtype: balloon_sail__balloonsail any light loose sail
subtype: crossjack__mizzencourse the lowermost sail on a mizzenmast
subtype: fore-and-aft_sail any sail not set on a yard and whose normal position is in a fore-and-aft direction
subtype: gaffsail__gaff-headed_sail a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail suspended from a gaff
subtype: gaff_topsail__fore-and-aft_topsail a triangular fore-and-aft sail with its foot along the gaff and its luff on the topmast
subtype: jib any triangular fore-and-aft sail (set forward of the foremast)
subtype: flying_jib the outermost of two or more jibs
subtype: lateen_sail__lateen a triangular fore-and-aft sail used especially in the Mediterranean
subtype: lugsail__lug a sail with four corners that is hoisted from a yard that is oblique to the mast
subtype: mizzen__mizen fore-and-aft sail set on the mizzenmast
subtype: spanker a fore-and-aft sail set on the aftermost lower mast (usually the mizzenmast) of a vessel
subtype: spritsail a fore-and-aft sail extended by a sprit
subtype: staysail a fore-and-aft sail set on a stay (as between two masts)
subtype: foresail the lowest sail on the foremast of a square-rigged vessel
subtype: headsail any sail set forward of the foremast of a vessel
subtype: spinnaker large and usually triangular headsail; carried by a yacht as a headsail when running before the wind
subtype: mainsail the lowermost sail on the mainmast
subtype: main_course a square mainsail
subtype: main-topsail a topsail set on the mainmast
subtype: press_of_sail__press_of_canvas the greatest amount of sail that a ship can carry safely
subtype: royal a sail set next above the topgallant on a royal mast
subtype: save-all.sail__saveall a sail set to catch wind spilled from a larger sail
subtype: skysail the sail above the royal on a square-rigger
subtype: square_sail a four-sided sail set beneath a horizontal yard suspended at the middle from a mast
subtype: topgallant_sail__topgallantsail__topgallant a sail set on a yard of a topgallant mast
subtype: topsail a sail (or either of a pair of sails) immediately above the lowermost sail of a mast and supported by a topmast
subtype: fore-topsail the topsail on a foremast
subtype: swatch a sample piece of cloth
subtype: towel a rectangular piece of absorbent cloth (or paper) for drying or wiping
subtype: bath_towel a large towel; to dry yourself after a bath
subtype: Turkish_towel__terry_towel__terrytowel a bath towel with rough loose pile
subtype: beach_towel__beachtowel very large towel to dry yourself after swimming
subtype: dish_towel__tea_towel__teatowel a towel for drying dishes
subtype: hand_towel__face_towel a small towel used to dry the hands or face
subtype: paper_towel__papertowel a disposable towel made of absorbent paper
subtype: roller_towel a towel with the ends sewn together, hung on a roller
subtype: train piece of cloth forming the long back section of a gown that is drawn along the floor; "the bride's train was carried by her two young nephews"
subtype: piece_of_leather a piece of leather
subtype: counter.piece_of_leather piece of leather forming the back of a shoe or boot
subtype: heel_counter__counter__heel the piece of leather that fits the heel
subtype: quarter.piece_of_leather piece of leather that comprises the part of a shoe or boot covering the heel and joining the vamp
subtype: saddle.piece_of_leather a piece of leather across the instep of a shoe
subtype: upper piece of leather that forms the part of a shoe or boot above the sole
subtype: vamp piece of leather forming the front part of the upper of a shoe
subtype: shard__sherd__fragment a broken piece of a brittle artifact
subtype: potsherd a shard of pottery
subtype: snippet__snipping a small piece of anything (especially a piece that has been snipped off)
subtype: pressing a metal or plastic part that is made by a mechanical press
subtype: object_section__section__segment one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object: "a section of a fishing rod"; "metal sections were used below ground"; "finished the final segment of the road"
subtype: bend__curve curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.)
subtype: blind_curve__blindcurve__blind_bend__blindbend a curve or bend in the road that you cannot see around as you are driving
subtype: elbow.bend a sharp bend in a road or river
subtype: hairpin_bend__hairpinbend a U-shaped bend in a road
subtype: dado.section the section of a pedestal between the base and the surbase
subtype: leaf hinged or detachable flat section (as of a table or door)
subtype: drop-leaf a hinged leaf on a table that can be raised and supported by a bracket
subtype: length.section a section of something that is long and narrow; "a length of timber"; "a length of tubing"
subtype: straightaway__straight a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse
subtype: stretch.straightaway (racing) a straightaway section of a racetrack
subtype: homestretch the straight stretch of a racetrack leading to the finish line
subtype: subsection__subdivision a section of a section; a part of a part; i.e., a part of something already divided
instance: "14:1 p17-33"
subtype: waist__shank the narrow part of the shoe connecting the heel and the wide part of the sole
subtype: wreckage the remaining parts of something that has been wrecked; "they searched the wreckage for signs of survivors"
subtype: flotsam__jetsam the floating wreckage of a ship
subtype: lagan__lagend__ligan goods (or wreckage) on the sea bed that is attached to a buoy so that it can be recovered
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