constituent
//kənˈstɪtʃuənt//
Noun
constituentSingular
constituentsPlural
1
A member of a constituency, especially one who is represented by an elected official.
The senator held a town hall meeting to hear the concerns of her constituents.
2
A component part or element of something larger.
Water is a key constituent of all living organisms.
Adjective
constituentCanonical form
1
Forming part of a whole; component.
The constituent parts of the machine must be assembled carefully.
2
Having the power to frame or alter a political constitution or fundamental law.
The constituent assembly was formed to draft a new constitution for the country.