building-block system
nounUK /ˈbɪl.dɪŋ blɒk ˈsɪs.təm/
US /ˈbɪl.dɪŋ blɑːk ˈsɪs.təm/
A building-block system is a set of toy blocks that fit together so you can build things.
My little brother got a new building-block system for his birthday and made a tall tower.
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2. A set of basic parts used to make many different things in a computer program.
The app was made with a building-block system of ready-made code pieces.
3. A group of simple ideas that together help you understand a bigger subject.
The teacher taught math as a building-block system, starting with easy steps.
4. A way of putting small parts together to make a larger structure.
The shelves use a building-block system, so you can add more parts later.