necessaryelement
nounUK /ˈnesəsəri ˈelɪmənt/
US /ˈnesəseri ˈeləmənt/
A necessary element is a thing you must have to make something work or happen.
Water is a necessary element for plants to grow.
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2. A basic part that cannot be left out of a recipe or plan.
Flour is a necessary element of bread.
3. Something needed for a machine or system to run properly.
Batteries are a necessary element of a flashlight.
4. A person or thing that is very important for success.
Teamwork is a necessary element of winning the game.