pieces

Noun

piece (plural pieces)

1. A part of a larger whole, usually in such a form that it is able to be separated from other parts.
   • Near-synonyms: aspect, portion

   Synonyms:

   component, part, aspect, portion

2. A single item belonging to a class of similar items.
   • a piece of machinery
3. One of the figures used in playing chess, specifically a higher-value figure as distinguished from a pawn; (by extension) those with which draughts, backgammon, and other similar board games are played.
   • Pawns, unlike pieces, move only in one direction: forward.1959, Hans Kmoch, Pawn Power in Chess, section I

   Synonyms:

   game piece

4. A coin, especially one valued at less than the principal unit of currency.
   • a sixpenny piece
5. An artistic creation, such as a painting, sculpture, musical composition, literary work, etc.
   • period piece

   Synonyms:

   composition, musical composition, musical piece, musical work, piece of music, work of music

6. An article published in the press.
   • Today's paper has an interesting piece on medical research.

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