1. A self-contained component (unit or item) that is used in combination with other components
   "The spacecraft consisted of several interconnected modules"
    
2. One of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind
   "Memory is an important mental module that can be improved with practice";
   - faculty, mental faculty
    
3. Detachable compartment of a spacecraft
   "The lunar module separated from the command module before descending to the moon's surface"
    
4. Computer circuit consisting of an assembly of electronic components (as of computer hardware)
   "He replaced the faulty memory module in his laptop"
    
5. A unit of an educational course covering a particular topic
   "The online course consisted of six modules, each focusing on a different aspect of digital marketing"

Derived forms: modules

Type of: ability, compartment, component, computer circuit, constituent, element, power

Part of: space vehicle, spacecraft, system

Encyclopedia: Module