English · Word Candidate

composite

/ˈkɒmpəzɪt/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: composites · compositing · composited

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Made up of multiple components; compound or complex.

Adjective

Examples

The line then falls on a gradient of 1 in 102 to the point at Windmill Lane, known locally as the "Three Bridges," where there is a composite crossing of road, canal and railway, all at the same point. The road is carried over the canal by an orthodox-style bridge, the canal being contained in a cas

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Being a mixture of Ionic and Corinthian styles.

Adjective

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

A mixture of different components.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 4

Meaning · English

A structural material that gains its strength from a combination of complementary materials.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “composite” mean?

Made up of multiple components; compound or complex.

Is “composite” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.