vitalelement
nounUK /ˈvaɪ.təl ˈel.ɪ.mənt/
US /ˈvaɪ.t̬əl ˈel.ə.mənt/
A vital element is something very important that you need to live or work well.
Water is a vital element for all living things.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A chemical substance that a living body needs in small amounts to stay healthy.
Iron is a vital element in our blood.
3. The most important part of a plan or idea.
Trust is a vital element of a good friendship.
4. A basic building block of something.
Teamwork is a vital element of success.