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Meaning of puzzle piece
A puzzle piece refers to a part or component that fits with others to form a whole, often used figuratively to describe something that completes or explains something else.
Etymology of puzzle piece
The word "puzzle" originated in the 16th century, from the verb "puzzle", which means to perplex or confuse.
The term "puzzle piece" is a figurative extension of the idea of a physical puzzle, where individual pieces fit together to form a complete picture.
Synonyms
piece
fragment
section
part
portion
component
element
segment
bit
chunk
slice
sliver
shard
fraction
parcel
sector
division
wedge
block
module
unit
component part
constituent
member
segment
fraction
fragment
shard
piece of the puzzle
clue
enigma
riddle
mystery
problem
conundrum
brain teaser
teaser
poser
challenge
enigma
paradox
dilemma
quandary
puzzle
puzzle piece
fragment
section
component
ingredient
module
unit
building block
brick
stone
tile
Definitions
- A separate part or portion of something, especially one that is designed to fit with others to form a whole.
- * A person or thing that is necessary to complete or solve something.
Usage Examples
- The new employee was a crucial puzzle piece in the company's plan to expand into new markets.
- * The discovery of the missing document was a key puzzle piece in solving the mystery of the missing funds.
Antonyms
obstacle
hindrance
barrier
impediment
blockage
snag
hitch
delay
interruption
disruption
disturbance
complication
problem
difficulty
challenge
setback
stumbling block
roadblock
impediment
obstruction
block
hurdle
snag
catch
drawback
downside
con
disadvantage