Meaning of building block | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A component that is part of a larger construction, such as a brick or a stone.
   literally
2. A block made of wood or plastic that is used as a children's toy and can be stacked or joined to form a larger structure.
   literally
3. A component that is part of a larger system.
   figuratively

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Examples

“Words are the building blocks of a language.”

“Cells are the building blocks of life.”

“If you thought leveraged debt was bad when the Glazers did it with Manchester United, it’s possible you’ll find it even worse when water firms are holding you to a 40% bill hike if you simply want one of the essential building blocks of human life to come out of your tap.”

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