constituent
UK: /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənt/ | US: /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənt/
n. 1. A component part of something.
n. 2. A voter in a particular electoral district.
adj. 1. Being a part of a whole.
The word "constituent" originates from Latin constituens, the present participle of constituere ("to set up, establish"). It combines con- (together) and statuere (to stand or place), reflecting the idea of parts "standing together" to form a whole. Over time, it evolved to describe both physical components and political representation (voters as foundational parts of a system).
Each constituent of the machine must function properly.
The senator listened to the concerns of her constituents.
Hydrogen is a constituent element of water.
The committee analyzed every constituent part of the proposal.
As a constituent, you have the right to contact your representative.