building block
noun
Definition of building block
: a unit of construction or composition; especially : something essential on which a larger entity is based
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historically the infantry division has been a basic building block of armies
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First Known Use of building block
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BUILDING BLOCK Defined for English Language Learners
building block
noun
Definition of building block for English Language Learners
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: an important part that is grouped together with many other similar things to form something larger
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