consisting of separate parts or units that can be joined together模块的；组件的◆modular software components模块式软件组件◆modular shelving/furniture组合式架子／家具 () used to describe a system in which the parts or units of a car, machine, etc. are made separately by suppliers and then joined together by the manufacturer制成标准组件的◆the auto industry's use of modular assemblies汽车业所采用的标准件装备◆Modular production allows for mass customization.标准件生产使大批量订制成为可能。